Vegan Focaccia Food

VEGAN FOCACCIA

Steps:

• If using a bread machine: Place all the ingredients in your machine, in the above order. Select the "dough" program (your program should include at least 30 minutes rising). Once the program is over, take the dough out of the machine and gently knead it for a few minutes, using extra flour if necessary.
• If you are not using a bread machine: In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm water for 5 minutes. Add half the flour and the salt. Mix well, cover and let rise for 1 hour in a warm spot. Add the remaining ingredients and knead the dough for 10 minutes. You can add some flour if necessary, but only a little otherwise the dough will be too dry. Place the dough in a bowl, cover and let rise at room temperature until doubled.
• Preheat the oven at 400°. Roll the dough into an oval or rectangular shape and place it on a greased baking tray. Leave to rise again in a warm place for 30 minutes to 1 hour max.
• Make dents in the dough with your fingertips and brush it with 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil. Spread 2 chopped fresh tomatoes and as much garlic as you like. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper and dried herbs. Alternatively, you can simply spread the dough with olive oil and sprinkle it with salt, black pepper and dried rosemary.
• Bake for 15 minutes.

EASY GARLIC HERB FOCACCIA [VEGAN FOCACCIA]

Steps:

• In a saute pan over medium heat, heat the oil. Stir in the fresh herbs and garlic and heat for about a minute. If it looks like the garlic is browning too quickly, lower the heat. Remove from heat when it is fragrant and the herbs and garlic are lightly cooked.
• In a standard bowl, whisk together the warm water, rapid rise yeast, and sugar, and allow it to sit for 5 to 10 minutes, until bubbles are formed on the top.
• In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour with ⅓ cup of the oil and herb mixture and the yeast mixture. Let it sit for 3 minutes.
• Pour in the remaining flour and salt and mix thoroughly using your hands. Break up all the flour particles until you create a smooth dough. Continue to knead it for about 5 minutes. Cover with a plastic bag or warm damp towel and let it rise for about 45 minutes.
• Meanwhile, prepare a 9x13-inch pan by pouring ⅓ of the remaining oil and herb mixture into the baking pan and spreading it around with a basting brush or a paper towel.
• Preheat the oven to 410 degrees F. After the dough has risen, transfer it to the prepared baking sheet and spread it out to fill each corner. Use your fingers to poke dimples throughout the dough, spread the remaining herb and oil mixture on top, and evenly sprinkle grated vegan cheese onto the dough.
• Place into the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, until it is lightly browned. If you want a crispier loaf, you can bake for another 5 to 10 minutes until you reach your preferred texture.