Only few things what we have from ancient times. One of them is focaccia bread. The mediterran bead.

According to many historians, Focaccia originated from the Ancient Greece or with the Etruscans of North Central Italy before the Roman Empire. Focaccia style recipes are made in France and are considered a daily bread by a major part of the population.

It is still one of the most popular breads sold in bakeries.
Italian immigrants in the 20th century brought different recipes with them to the United States including focaccia.

The bread is plain from inside and fairly flat topped with herbs and olives.It makes delicious sandwich bread and is often served with cheese and other fillings.

It is also available with a wide variety of seasonings.

A short, 6 step focaccia recipe:

1.    Activate yeast in the sugar and water.
2.    Stir to dissolve.  Add in flour 4 oz at a time.  Let it rise for 15 minutes.  
3.    Turn dough onto floured work bench and knead in Onion and half of olive oil.  Dough will be tacky and stick to your hands.  
4.    Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, pour remaining olive oil onto center of sheet and spread dough evenly using the heels of your hands.  
5.    Cover with desired amount of herbs, often a few sprigs of fresh Rosemary is a great addition.
6.    Bake in Oven, 405 F for 15-20 minutes or until hollow sounding when tapped.

Recommended pairing tip for focaccia: Pinot Grigio

Enjoy!

Only few things what we have from ancient times. One of them is focaccia bread. The mediterran bead.

According to many historians, Focaccia originated from the Ancient Greece or with the Etruscans of North Central Italy before the Roman Empire. Focaccia style recipes are made in France and are considered a daily bread by a major part of the population.

It is still one of the most popular breads sold in bakeries.
Italian immigrants in the 20th century brought different recipes with them to the United States including focaccia.

The bread is plain from inside and fairly flat topped with herbs and olives.It makes delicious sandwich bread and is often served with cheese and other fillings.

It is also available with a wide variety of seasonings.

A short, 6 step focaccia recipe:

1.    Activate yeast in the sugar and water.
2.    Stir to dissolve.  Add in flour 4 oz at a time.  Let it rise for 15 minutes.  
3.    Turn dough onto floured work bench and knead in Onion and half of olive oil.  Dough will be tacky and stick to your hands.  
4.    Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper, pour remaining olive oil onto center of sheet and spread dough evenly using the heels of your hands.  
5.    Cover with desired amount of herbs, often a few sprigs of fresh Rosemary is a great addition.
6.    Bake in Oven, 405 F for 15-20 minutes or until hollow sounding when tapped.

Recommended pairing tip for focaccia: Pinot Grigio

Enjoy!