Focaccia Bread

Prep Time: approx. 20 Minutes. Cook Time: approx. 15 Minutes. Ready in:
approx. 1 Hour. Makes 1 focaccia (12 servings).

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup mozzarella
Directions
1 In a large bowl, stir together the flour, salt, sugar, yeast, garlic powder, oregano, thyme, basil and black pepper. Mix in the vegetable oil and water.
2 When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 20 minutes.
3 Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Punch dough down; place on greased baking sheet. Pat into a 1/2 inch thick rectangle. Bake 5 minutes. Remove from oven. Brush top with olive oil. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
4 Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Serve warm.
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