Focaccia Pizza Menu Recipe
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Ingredients
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Focaccia Dough
Method
Preparation and Baking
- 1
Make the Dough
In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy. Add olive oil, salt, and flour gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 3
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- 4
Prepare the Focaccia Base
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Stretch the dough to fit the sheet and create dimples with your fingers.
- 5
Add Toppings
Spread tomato sauce over the dough, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and add your choice of toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, and Italian seasoning.
- 6
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, sprinkle fresh basil on top, slice, and serve hot.
