Native Rosemary And Parmesan Focaccia Recipe For Easter Day 2024

Coastal rosemary (Olearia axillaris) “Also known as sea rosemary or wild rosemary, coastal rosemary is typically found along the coastal areas of NSW, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania. 

  – 1 1/2 tsp caster sugar – 7g (2 tsp) dried yeast – 185ml (3/4 cup) lukewarm water – 250g (1 2/3 cups) bread flour, plus extra to dust – 1 tsp sea salt flakes, extra pinch to sprinkle – 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil – 15g fresh coastal rosemary fronds, leaves picked – 30g parmesan cheese, finely grated

Ingredient

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Step 1

Stir 1 1/2 tsp caster sugar, 7g (2 tsp) dried yeast and 185ml (3/4 cup) lukewarm water in a small jug. Set aside for 5 minutes to activate the yeast. 

Direction

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Step 2

Sift 250g (1 2/3 cups) bread flour, plus extra to dust into a medium bowl, add 1 tsp sea salt flakes, extra pinch to sprinkle and pour in yeast mixture. Using hands, mix into a slightly sticky dough. 

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Step 3

Dust a clean work surface with extra flour and knead dough for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic, dusting with more flour as necessary. This will help develop the gluten and incorporate the ingredients. The dough should firm to the point where you can drop it from a height onto the bench it will hold its form. 

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Step 4

Place dough into a large oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Stand dough in a warm place for 1½ hours or until dough has doubled in size. Near an oven or in non-direct sunlight is a good place to start. 

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Step 5

Preheat oven to 200˚C/180˚C fan-forced. Grease and line a baking tray with baking paper. 

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Step 6

Punch dough down and place on prepared tray. Press down with fingertips to dimple the surface and help the dough move gently towards the edges of the tray. 

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Step 7

Drizzle with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 15g fresh coastal rosemary fronds, leaves picked, 30g parmesan cheese, finely grated and extra pinch of salt. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and fluffy. 

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Step 8

Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature. 

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