Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of instant yeast
- 1 tablespoon of salt
- 2 cups of warm water
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- Fresh herbs (rosemary and thyme) for topping
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and salt to mix the dry ingredients.
- Slowly add the warm water to the dry mixture and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let rise until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- Drizzle olive oil on the dough, add fresh herbs, and sprinkle sea salt before baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, wrap and freeze for up to 2 months; reheat in the oven for freshness.
- Customize toppings with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or cheese as desired.
- For gluten-free options, try gluten-free flour, but note the texture may vary.
- Infuse olive oil with herbs or garlic for enhanced flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg