EASY NO-KNEAD FOCACCIA BREAD

In a large mixing bowl combine flour, salt and yeast. In a jug combine warm water and agave to dissolve. Then pour liquid over the flour mixture. Stir to combine until you have a sticky dough (the warm water makes it sticky and wet).

In a clean mixing bowl add 1/3 cup olive oil, and transfer dough to bowl. Roll the dough to coat in olive oil. Cover the bowl tightly with wrap and transfer to the fridge overnight, or for up to two days.* (Make sure the bowl is big enough for the dough to double in size).

Remove dough from fridge and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Transfer dough onto tray and push out with hands as best you can to cover tray entirely. Wait 30 mins to 1 hour for the dough to come to room temperature. It should soften and rise considerably. (Time is dependant on how warm your home is. In the Winter it will take longer than Summer).

Preheat oven to 450F/230C. Pat focaccia dough again to ensure it’s the same thickness throughout (about 1-inch thick). Then dimple the entire dough by pushing your fingers into the dough like you’re playing piano. (If you have long nails you can do this with your knuckles). Drizzle with more olive oil and sprinkle with more salt and pepper.

Decorate focaccia with thinly sliced red onion, sun-dried tomatoes, olives and rosemary. Bake for approx. 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Slice and serve!