Home » Food » By Ingredient » Bread » Olive Rosemary Focaccia Olive Rosemary Focaccia March 26, 2023 by Kimberly Killebrew · 57 CommentsAs an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.See my disclosure policy.A thoroughly authentic Italian Olive Rosemary Focaccia recipe with all the tips and tricks you need for achieving that incredible texture Italian focaccia is renowned for – those fluffy air pockets, chew interior, and perfectly crispy exterior.  We’re adding rosemary and olives but feel free to omit either or both or add toppings of your choice! Few things smell better than the sweet aroma of yeast bread baking in the oven.

 Add to that the fragrance of rosemary and it’s pretty much the closest thing to heaven.Focaccia. Rustic and romantic, this prized bread from northwestern Italy is the most perfect combination of crispy, fluffy, chewy and moist that I can think of.

 But achieving that perfection requires several key steps. And I’m going to share those with you today throughout the step-by-step pictures so be sure to follow those for all the special tips and tricks.Where Did Focaccia Originate? Focaccia has been enjoyed since the time of ancient Rome but more recently it is associated with Ligurian cuisine – the northwest region of Italy that includes Genoa and the Italian Riviera.

The word focaccia comes from the Latin word focus which translates as “hearth” or “place for baking.”  I like that. Because the kitchen today

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