Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a very large bowl, mix together the bread flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and yeast until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the honey, olive oil, and lukewarm water, then pour this mixture into the flour.
- Use a dough whisk or wooden spoon to mix the dough until no dry bits remain.
- Cover the bowl with a dish towel and let the dough relax for 5 minutes to hydrate.
Folding and Resting
- Wet your hands, go halfway under the dough, lift it up, and fold it over itself. Rotate the bowl a quarter turn and repeat. Do this for a total of 4 folds, resting for 5 minutes in between.
- Complete two more series of folds and rests for a total of three folding sessions.
- Drizzle the dough with olive oil, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 12 hours or up to 3 days.
Baking
- Generously oil a 9×13” metal pan. Turn the chilled dough out into the pan and gently fold the edges under to form a rectangle.
- Use your fingers to gently spread the dough into the corners of the pan. Drizzle more olive oil on top to prevent any drying.
- Allow the dough to sit in a warm place for about 2-3 hours until it is airy and fills the pan completely.
- Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 450℉.
- Spoon dollops of pesto across the surface of the dough, then use your fingers to press it down into the dough, allowing for dimples and bubbles to form.
- Finish by sprinkling flaky sea salt across the top.
- Bake the focaccia for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
- Use a spatula to remove the bread from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool for a few minutes.
- Slice with a serrated knife and enjoy!
Notes
Serve warm with extra olive oil or toasted with garlic butter. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap to store for 2-3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.
