Focaccia with Rosemary

 

1 pkg. active dry yeast (1 T.)

1 1/2 c. warm water        1 T. Olive oil

1 c. flour + 3 c. flour

2 t. salt                         Extra olive oil

rosemary sprigs             Kosher (course) salt

 

Mix yeast, water, oil and 1 c. flour.  Let sit until bubbly.  Add rest of flour and salt. Knead well on a floured surface until elastic. Let rise in olive oil coated bowl 1 - 1 ½ hours.  Punch down.  Divide dough in half and press into oiled 9" cake pans.  If dough shrinks from side, let rest a few minutes and stretch again.  Cover and let rise about 30 - 45 minutes.  Using your fingertips, dimple the dough.  Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with course salt and press sprigs (2-4 leaves, not stems) of rosemary on top  Bake at 425 for 20-25 minutes or until top is golden brown. Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.