The Best Focaccia Ever

Steps

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1. 1
   Combine flour, instant yeast, a little sugar, and warm water. Begin kneading, and sprinkle in salt as the dough comes together. Knead until fully combined.
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2. 2
   Cover the dough and let it rise.
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   Oil a 9x13-inch pan generously with extra virgin olive oil. Transfer the risen dough into it and gently help it spread, but don't force it into the corners—it will naturally fill out during the second rise. Flip to coat both sides with oil. Cover with parchment paper (letting it touch the dough directly to prevent skin formation) and let it rise another hour.
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   After the second rise, use your fingertips to gently stretch the dough and dimple the surface, letting it fit the pan perfectly.
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   Scatter thin slivers of garlic and fresh rosemary all over the surface. Add a good pinch of coarse sea salt and a final drizzle of excellent extra virgin olive oil.
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   Cover the focaccia again and let it rest for 45 minutes while you preheat your oven. Leave it undisturbed to rise.
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   Place in a preheated hot oven and bake until golden brown and delicious.
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   Enjoy the focaccia while still warm from the oven—no need to wait for it to cool.
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