Appetizer: August 2011 Archives

Submitted by: The Inn on First

Here is a delicious, Summer meal that can be made ahead of time and served at room temperature or warmed in the oven. It is great for picnics, afternoon pool parties, or even for breakfast with a poached egg on top!

Submitted by: Inn on First

Use dough for Mediterranean Stuffed Focaccia w/ Spinach, Onion, Tomato, and Mozerella Recipe!

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 Tablespoon Yeast
• 1 cup plus 2 Tablespoons Water, warm
• 1 Tablespoon Molasses
• 4 cups Flour, Bread
• 1 teaspoon    Salt
• 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 Tablespoon Oregano

Instructions:
In a mixing bowl combine the year, warm water, and molasses.  Let rest for 5 minutes to activate the yeast.  Add the flour, salt, olive oil, and oregano and mix together until a single mass of dough forms.  Knead for 5 to 7 minutes.  

Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, leaving room for it to double, and cover with plastic wrap.  If you are going to use this the same day, set it on the counter-top for approximately 1 hour and allow it to double. If you are going to prepare this the night before, place the dough into the refrigerator until you are ready to form the focaccia.