Description
This hearty focaccia is topped with sweet roasted grapes, caramelized onions, and fragrant rosemary, creating a bread reminiscent of a thick Sicilian pizza.
Ingredients
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- 1 small onion, sliced thin
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil, divided
- 1 cup (240 ml) red or green grapes, seeded if necessary, halved
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm water (about 110°F / 45°C)
- 2 1/2 cups (600 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil, for greasing
- Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. 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.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt. Sauté the onion until golden and caramelized, about 20 minutes. If the pan becomes dry, add a little more olive oil.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet. Stretch and press the dough into a rectangle or oval shape, about 1/2-inch thick.
- Brush the surface of the dough with the remaining olive oil. Evenly distribute the caramelized onions, halved grapes, rosemary, and grated garlic over the top. Press the toppings gently into the dough.
- Sprinkle coarse sea salt over the top of the focaccia.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and the edges are crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This focaccia is very forgiving and can be made with different herbs and toppings based on your preference.
- It can rise overnight for a deeper flavor or be prepared quickly within a few hours.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0