
Few baked goods hit the way a golden, dimpled slab of focaccia does — crispy on the outside, pillowy and tender within, with that unmistakable richness from good olive oil. This version keeps things beautifully straightforward: flour, yeast, water, salt, and extra-virgin olive oil come together into a sticky, forgiving dough that practically takes care of itself through two relaxed rises. The topping is just fresh rosemary and flaky sea salt, which means every single ingredient here is clean, whole, and free from the synthetic preservatives and chemical additives that sneak into so many store-bought breads and packaged baked goods. For anyone navigating paraben concerns, that kind of ingredient transparency is genuinely hard to find on a supermarket shelf. The double-proof method rewards patience — that second rest is what gives the dough its signature jiggle and airy crumb before you press in those satisfying dimples. Baked at high heat until deeply golden, the edges pull away from the pan and the bottom turns perfectly crisp. Serve it warm alongside soup, tear it apart for a dinner spread, or eat it straight off the rack with nothing at all.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, instant yeast, and sugar. Stir briefly and let stand for 5 minutes, until the surface looks slightly foamy.
Add the flour, kosher salt, and 1/4 cup olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or flexible spatula until a shaggy, sticky dough forms with no dry flour remaining — it will be wetter than a typical bread dough.
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