How to Make Peppered Focaccia - A Step-by-Step Guide

Peppered Focaccia is a delicious and savory Italian bread that is perfect for any meal. This light and chewy bread is infused with the flavors of garlic, herbs, and plenty of freshly ground black pepper, giving it a unique and bold taste that is sure to please your taste buds.

This recipe is easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. With just a little bit of time and patience, you can create a homemade Peppered Focaccia that...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package quick-rise yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided
  • ½ medium green bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • In a mixing bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups flour, sugar, yeast and 1/2 teaspoon salt. In a saucepan, heat water and 2 tablespoons oil to 120 degrees F-130 degrees F. Add to dry ingredients; beat on low speed just until moistened. Beat on medium until batter is elastic and pulls away from sides of bowl. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (do not knead). Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • Divide dough in half. Press each portion into a 12-in. pizza pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Brush with remaining oil; top with peppers and cheese. Sprinkle with pepper flakes if desired, basil, oregano, garlic powder, pepper and remaining salt. Let rest for 10 minutes. Bake at 425 degrees F for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.