FOUR-CHEESE FOCACCIA

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Categories     Bread     Cheese     Bake     Blue Cheese     Mozzarella     Parmesan     Winter     Fontina     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 12

a 1/4-ounce package (2 1/2 teaspoons) active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 cup lukewarm water
3 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon table salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup grated whole-milk mozzarella (about 1/4 pound)
1/2 cup finely crumbled Gorgonzola (about 2 ounces)
1 cup grated Fontina (about 3 ounces)
1 small onion, sliced thin
1 teaspoon coarse salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment proof the yeast with the sugar in the water for 5 minutes, or until the mixture is foamy, add the flour, the salt, 3 tablespoons of the oil, and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, and combine the dough well. With the dough hook knead the dough for 2 minutes, or until it is soft and slightly sticky. Form the dough into a ball, transfer it to an oiled bowl, and turn it to coat it with the oil. Let the dough rise, covered with plastic wrap, in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours, or until it is double in bulk. The dough may be made up to this point, punched down, and kept, covered and chilled, overnight. Let the dough return to room temperature before proceeding with the recipe. Press the dough evenly into a oiled jelly-roll pan, 15 1/2 by 10 1/2 by 1 inches, and let it rise, covered loosely, in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it is almost double in bulk.
  • In a bowl stir together the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan, the mozzarella, the Gorgonzola, the Fontina, the onion, and pepper to taste and sprinkle the mixture evenly over the dough. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons oil over the cheese mixture and sprinkle the focaccia with the coarse salt. Bake the focaccia in the bottom third of a preheated 400°F. oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until it is golden brown, let it cool in the pan on a rack, and serve it warm or at room temperature.

Amelia Rowley
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This is the best focaccia recipe I've ever tried. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and the cheese is perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


ff Roton King
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This focaccia is amazing! I love the crispy crust and the soft, cheesy interior. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad.


Tessy adekola
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I'm not a big fan of focaccia, but this recipe changed my mind. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and the cheese and herbs give it a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nomvuzo Kuse
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This focaccia is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the way the cheese melts and bubbles in the oven. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad.


OzziGuyGamer
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I followed the recipe exactly and my focaccia turned out perfectly. It was light and fluffy, with a crispy crust and a cheesy, garlicky flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Anabel Bugress
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This is the best focaccia recipe I've ever tried. The bread is so soft and fluffy, and the cheese is perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.


Usama Sukhera
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I've been making this focaccia for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the cheese melts and bubbles in the oven.


owusu Frederick yeboah
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This focaccia is amazing! I love the crispy crust and the soft, cheesy interior. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad.


Xavier
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I'm not a fan of focaccia, but I tried this recipe and was pleasantly surprised. The bread is light and fluffy, and the cheese and herbs give it a great flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rhodwan Abrahams
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This is my go-to focaccia recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the cheesy, garlicky flavor.


Mani Malik
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I've made this focaccia several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread for any occasion. I highly recommend it.


Babatunde Oluwadamilare Ezekiel
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and it comes together quickly. The focaccia is always light and fluffy.


Isla Eve
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This recipe is a keeper! The focaccia is so delicious and versatile. I've used it for sandwiches, pizzas, and even croutons. It's always a hit.


Skeptic Ouch
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I followed the recipe exactly and my focaccia turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


LEo Kastrati
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This focaccia is so good! I love the cheesy, garlicky flavor. It's perfect for a quick snack or a side dish. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


RR McEwan
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I'm a beginner baker and this recipe was easy to follow. The focaccia turned out great! It was a little dense, but still very flavorful. I'll definitely try it again.


Jaydan North
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I'm not a big fan of focaccia, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of cheeses and herbs is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Richard Turner
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This is the best focaccia I've ever had. The four cheeses melted together perfectly and the crust was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. It was a huge hit at my party and everyone asked for the recipe.


Lacy Wallace
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Amazing recipe! The focaccia turned out so fluffy and cheesy, and the flavor was out of this world. I followed the recipe exactly and it came out perfectly. 5 stars!