Homemade Italian Tomato Basil Focaccia

by | Mar 25, 2023 | Side dishes | 0 comments

Growing up, my family always loved making Italian food. We would often make homemade tomato basil focaccia, and I remember it being one of my favorite recipes. As I got older, I realized that the key to a good focaccia is a combination of high-quality ingredients, like fresh tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil. I also learned that the key to a delicious focaccia is a combination of flavors, like garlic, basil, and oregano.

I’ve combined these secrets to create a recipe for a delicious Italian Tomato Basil Focaccia that is sure to please any crowd. The focaccia is made with freshly ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, oregano, and extra virgin olive oil. It’s a simple recipe that comes together quickly and can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.

To make the focaccia, start by preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C). Then, in a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and yeast. Add in the olive oil and water and mix until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.

Next, roll out the dough into a rectangle and transfer it to a greased baking tray. Spread the tomatoes and basil leaves over the top and sprinkle with garlic, oregano, and olive oil. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the focaccia is golden brown. Let the focaccia cool slightly before cutting and serving. Enjoy!

Variations

  • For a vegan version, use vegan butter instead of olive oil.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour.
  • For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes.
  • For a cheesy version, top with grated Parmesan cheese.
A freshly baked Italian Tomato Basil Focaccia served on a cutting board with a wooden spoon and an olive oil bottle.

Homemade Italian Tomato Basil Focaccia

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Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8

Equipment

  • baking tray, mixing bowl, rolling pin

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 0.5 cup (120 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup (240 ml) warm water
  • 2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 5-6 basil leaves, torn into pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and yeast.
  • Add in the olive oil and water and mix until a soft dough forms.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes.
  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle and transfer it to a greased baking tray.
  • Spread the tomatoes and basil leaves over the top and sprinkle with garlic, oregano, and olive oil.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the focaccia is golden brown.
  • Let the focaccia cool slightly before cutting and serving.

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