Focaccia with Olives, Walnuts, and Herbs

Step by step

1. Step 1

   In a bowl, mix the flour, yeast, and salt. Add the warm water and olive oil and mix again; the dough will be wet and sticky.

2. Step 2

   Knead for a few minutes and then set the dough aside to rise, covered with a dry kitchen towel, for about an hour or until it has doubled in size.

3. Step 3

   Transfer the dough onto a well-oiled baking sheet and use your hands to stretch it out. Make dimples in the dough with your fingertips.

4. Step 4

   Top with the olives, coarsely chopped Pizarro walnuts, and rosemary. Press them lightly into the dough and then drizzle with a little olive oil.

5. Step 5

   Let the dough rest for another 20 minutes while you preheat the oven to 220 °C.

6. Step 6

   Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes until it is golden brown and crispy. Just after you take it out of the oven, sprinkle it with flaked salt and drizzle on a little extra virgin olive oil.