Overnight Foccaccia

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Add the water. Using a rubber spatula, mix until the liquid is absorbed and the ingredients form a sticky dough ball.

Step 3

Rub the surface of the dough lightly with olive oil.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with a damp tea towel, cloth bowl cover and place in the refrigerator immediately for at least 24 hours or for as long as three days.

Step 5

NOTE: It is important the dough really be slicked with olive oil if you are using a cloth bowl cover so it doesn’t drying out. If you are using a tea towel, consider securing it with a rubber band to make a more airtight cover.

Step 6

Line a rectangular oven pan with parchment paper or grease with butter or coat with nonstick cooking spray. (Butter is a must if using glass pan)

Step 7

Using two forks, deflate the dough by releasing it from the sides of the bowl and pulling it toward the center. Rotate the bowl in quarter turns as you deflate, turning the mass into a rough ball.

Step 8

Note: The dough will grow some more, so it must be 3/4 of the pan. If it’s too big cut it into two pieces.

Step 9

Place the dough in the prepared pan. Roll the dough ball in the oil to coat it all over, forming a rough ball.

Step 10

Let the dough balls rest for 3 to 4 hours depending on the temperature of your kitchen, no need to cover for this room temperature rise.

Step 11

Preheat oven 220°C.

Step 12

Sprinkle rosemary over the dough. Pour a tablespoon of oil over the dough. Rub your hands lightly in the oil to coat, then, using all of your fingers, press straight down to create deep dimples. If necessary, gently stretch the dough as you dimple to allow the dough to fill the pan. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt all over

Step 13

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the underside is golden and crisp. Remove and transfer the focaccia to a cooling rack. Let it cool for 10 minutes before cutting and serving; let it cool completely if you are halving it with the intention of making a sandwich.