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.