Garlic Herb Focaccia

Ingredients

• Active dry yeast (2 teaspoons)
• Sugar (1 teaspoon)
• Warm water (1 cup (110°f/43°c))
• All-purpose flour (3 cups)
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup, plus more for drizzling)
• Fresh garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Fresh thyme (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Fresh rosemary (2 tablespoons, chopped)
• Sea salt (to taste)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until it's foamy.
2. Add the flour, 1/4 cup of olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, or until it's smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it's doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Punch down the dough and transfer it to a greased baking sheet, pressing it out to fit the shape of the pan.
6. In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and chopped thyme. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the dough, then gently press it into the dough with your fingers.
7. Drizzle the top of the dough with a little more olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt to taste.
8. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the focaccia is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Let it cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.