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Golden Raisin, Olive & Goat Cheese Skillet Focaccia

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I’ve noticed there seems to be a resurgence of bread making going on right now, I guess with a lot of people with time on their hands they “knead” to do something….ha, ha; actually my recipe for golden raisin, olive & goat cheese skillet focaccia is “knead free” and quick.   This focaccia turned out amazing, even though it’s the first time I’ve made it, sweet and savory with a bit of tang from the goat cheese.  You can serve this cut into small wedges as a happy hour snack along with olive oil for dipping.  Traveling right now may not be in the cards so try my recipe and in under an hour from start to finish you will be having an Italian style treat with a twist. 

Snacking is the theme today
the crunchy crush with the salty olives, sweet raisins and tangy Goat cheese hits the happy hour spot
dipping in olive oil is optional but oh so good…
This focaccia is fabulous as a starter and goes great with a cheeseboard to get the party started, below are some more recipes for a happier, happy hour!
Salami, Olive & Parmesan Hush Puppies with Bleu Cheese Caper Aioli
Artichoke, Leek & Fava Bean Dip with Goat Cheese
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BLT Cheese Truffles
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Golden Raisin, Olive & Goat Cheese Skillet Focaccia

This sweet, tangy and savory focaccia is the perfect Italian inspired happy hour snack to share with friends and family along side a glass of wine

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Keyword focaccia
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 8
Author Joseph Sciascia of Recipe For A Party

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp yeast
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup mixed pitted olives, sliced, I used Greek, Kalamata & Castelvetrano
  • 1/2 cup golden raisins
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment or in a large mixing bowl with a hand held mixer, place the warm water and sugar in and sprinkle the yeast on top and let it bloom for 5 minutes

  2. Add the red pepper flakes, 2 tbsp. olive oil, 1 cup flour and salt, mix on low speed until just combined

  3. Add half the rosemary along with the golden raisins, goat cheese and 1/2 cup of olives

  4. While the mixer is on low, mix in the remaining flour until the dough pulls away from the sides

  5. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees

  6. Lightly flour a surface and turn out the dough onto it and form into a large disc

  7. Drizzle 1 tbsp. olive oil into a 10 inch cast iron skillet and brush the bottom and sides

  8. Place the dough into the skillet pressing it flat on the bottom and up the sides about an inch and cover with a clean towel

  9. Turn off the oven and place the skillet in and let rest for 20 minutes

  10. Take out of oven and preheat oven to 400 degrees

  11. Mix together in a small bowl the remaining rosemary, olive oil, olives and garlic and spread it over the top of the dough and with your fingertips, press indentations all over the top

  12. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown, let cool and serve

Here is a brief history of focaccia as told by The American In Italia

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