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Cheese-Loaded Focaccia

Name: Cheese-Loaded Focaccia
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups flour; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp sugar; 1 packet active dry yeast; 1 1/4 cups warm water; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, sliced; Fresh basil leaves; Coarse sea salt for topping

An Italian focaccia topped with melted mozzarella and fresh basil, perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.

35 minutes8 servings

Method

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Add warm water and olive oil, and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and shape into a rectangle on a baking sheet.
Top with mozzarella, basil, and sea salt, then bake 15-20 minutes until golden.

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