A warm, spongy Italian bread made with fresh tomatoes, olives, flavorful basil, garlic, herbs, and melted cheese is called tomato basil focaccia. This focaccia is a tasty delicacy that is just waiting for you to indulge, made simply but with results that rival those of a fine restaurant.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
- Gradually add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing well until a dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Gently press and stretch the dough to fit the baking sheet.
- Arrange the tomato slices and basil leaves on top of the dough. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake the focaccia in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 180-200
- Total Fat: 5-7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 250-300mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 30-35g
- Dietary Fiber: 2-3g
- Sugars: 1-2g
- Protein: 4-5g
