Jul 14 2026
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Potato Rosemary Focaccia Recipe

Inspired by il Buco
Time2h
Serves12

Leeks, potatoes, rosemary, parmigiano reggiano, olive oil and sea salt. Baked daily.

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Ingredients

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Dough

Toppings

Method

Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Activate Yeast

    In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and sea salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Combine Ingredients

    Create a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until the dough starts to come together.

  4. 4

    Knead Dough

    Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

  5. 5

    First Rise

    Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Topping Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Leeks

    Wash the leeks thoroughly, slice them thinly, and sauté them in 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. 7

    Prepare Potatoes

    Peel and thinly slice the potato. You can use a mandoline for uniform slices.

  3. 8

    Prepare Rosemary

    Chop fresh rosemary leaves finely.

Baking

  1. 9

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 10

    Shape Dough

    Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Stretch and flatten the dough to fit the sheet.

  3. 11

    Add Toppings

    Evenly distribute the sautéed leeks and potato slices over the surface of the dough. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, and additional sea salt.

  4. 12

    Drizzle Olive Oil

    Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top of the focaccia.

  5. 13

    Final Rise

    Cover the focaccia with a cloth and let it rise for another 20-30 minutes.

  6. 14

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.

  7. 15

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm.

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