FOCACCIA ROMANA 
2 pkg. dry yeast
4 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. rosemary
2 c. water at 90 degrees
1/2 c. salad oil
1 tbsp. coarse salt (kosher)
2 tbsp. sugar
5 1/2 c. white flour
1 tsp. salt
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 c. olive oil

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, olive oil, salad oil, and salt. Mix in 3 cups flour, and whip about 10 minutes. Mix in remaining flour by hand; knead smooth. Allow dough to rise twice, punch down after each rising.

Oil two baking sheets, 13 x 18. Divide dough in 2 parts and press on sheets. Allow to rise 30 minutes. Brush with crushed garlic mixed in the 1/4 cup olive oil. Sprinkle with rosemary and kosher salt. Bake at 375 degrees for about 30 minutes. (Green onions chopped can be added to topping.)

 

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