Focaccia genovese

Ingredients

Check you have the quantities below.

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast
• 1 1/4 cups warm water
• 1/4 cup, plus 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt

Let’s make it

1. Mix flour, yeast, 1 tsp salt, warm water, and 2 tbsp olive oil into a soft dough. Knead 5 minutes.
2. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes until doubled.
3. Press into an oiled 23 x 33 cm / 9 x 13 in pan. Dimple the top with your fingers, drizzle with the remaining oil, and sprinkle with the rest of the salt.
4. Let rise 25 minutes, then bake at 220 C / 425 F for 18–20 minutes until golden.