Ingredients:
500g Flour
300g Potatoes
2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Salt
1 tsp Sugar
1/4 tsp Yeast
2 cups of lukewarm water
Rosemary
Salt flakes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Boil the potatoes until tender, peel them and mash them into a puree
2. In a large mixing bowl, add flour, salt, sugar, and yeast. Mix with a spatula.
3. Add mashed potatoes and extra virgin olive oil, and mix well.
4. Gradually add water until you have a soft, smooth, and elastic dough.
5. Knead the dough for about 10-15 minutes on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a greased bowl or container and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rest for an hour, and it should double in size.
7. Preheat the oven to 425°F and oil a baking dish.
8. Take the dough out, place it on the baking dish, and gently stretch it.
9. Use your fingers to make small dents all over the dough and brush it with extra virgin olive oil.
10. Sprinkle rosemary and salt flakes (if desired) on top of the dough.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
12. Take the focaccia out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing it and serving it.
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