Best 6 Bacon And Tomato Focaccia Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Bacon and Tomato Focaccia recipe. This savory Italian flatbread is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas. Picture perfectly golden focaccia bread, adorned with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a generous sprinkling of cheese. Each bite offers a delightful contrast between the soft, airy bread and the crispy, flavorful toppings.

This recipe includes three variations to cater to your preferences: a classic Bacon and Tomato Focaccia, a vegetarian delight withRoasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Focaccia, and a vegan feast with Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Focaccia. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable focaccia creations that are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together, a picnic, or an elegant dinner party.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO-BACON DIP WITH FOCACCIA



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For a spread with BLT flavor, mix mayo and sour cream, then add bacon and tomato. We use it as a dip and zesty sandwich spread. -Marsha Postar, Lubbock, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 large tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
Crumbled cooked bacon and minced fresh parsley, optional
Focaccia bread, sliced and lightly toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir in bacon, tomato and onion. Refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. , If desired, sprinkle with bacon and parsley; serve with focaccia.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 21g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TOMATO-HERB FOCACCIA



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With its medley of herbs and tomatoes, this rustic bread will liven up any occasion, whether it's a family dinner or a game-day get-together. It never lasts long! -Janet Miller, Indianapolis, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme and rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
Dash pepper
2 to 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 tablespoon oil, salt, sugar, garlic powder, herbs, pepper and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Shape into a 13-in. x 9-in. rectangle; place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. With fingertips, make several dimples over top of dough., Brush dough with remaining oil; arrange tomatoes over the top. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack. Freeze option: Freeze cooled focaccia squares in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat squares on a baking sheet in a preheated 400° oven until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

BACON FOCACCIA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup warm milk
3 tablespoons water
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoon active dry yeast
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large egg yolks
1/4 cup cake flour
Kosher salt
1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
3 tablespoons olive oil
Roasted vegetables, such as onions, garlic, and squash (optional)
Sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a metal bowl, whisk together milk, water, and sugar. Stir in yeast and 1 cup all-purpose flour; let stand in a warm place until bubbly, about 5 minutes. Stir in eggs, remaining 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, cake flour, 1 tablespoon salt, and cooked bacon. Using a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, knead for 8 minutes. Work dough into a ball and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  • Pour 2 tablespoons olive oil onto a metal 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Transfer dough to baking dish and flatten with your fingers (make sure dough reaches edge of pan). Evenly scatter the roasted vegetables on top and gently press them into dough. Place in a warm spot and let rise again until doubled, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake until evenly golden and, when turned out of the pan, bottom is browned, 12 minutes. Let cool completely 5 minutes in pan; remove to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares to serve.

FOCACCIA WITH TOMATOES AND ROSEMARY



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This beautiful bread is a great way to use summer tomatoes, but the heat from the oven will draw rich, deep flavor from the less flavorful ones found in winter as well.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h45m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 teaspoons (8 grams) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon (5 grams) sugar
1 1/2 cups lukewarm water
2 tablespoons (25 grams) olive oil, plus an additional 2 tablespoons (25 grams) for drizzling
250 grams (approximately 2 cups) whole-wheat flour
200 to 220 grams (approximately 1 2/3 to 1 3/4 cups) unbleached all-purpose flour or bread flour, plus additional as needed for kneading
1 3/4 teaspoons (13 grams) salt
3/4 pound Roma tomatoes
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary (to taste)

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a standing mixer, or in a large bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the water. Add the olive oil, whole-wheat flour, 200 grams of the all-purpose flour and salt and mix together briefly using the paddle attachment. Change to the dough hook and beat for 8 to 10 minutes at medium speed, adding flour as necessary. The dough should eventually form a ball around the dough hook and slap against the sides of the bowl as the mixer turns; it will be sticky. Remove from the bowl, flour your hands and knead for a minute on a lightly floured surface, and shape into a ball.
  • If kneading the dough by hand, dissolve the yeast in the water with the sugar as directed. Stir in the olive oil, whole-wheat flour, salt and all-purpose flour by the half-cup, until the dough can be scraped out onto a floured work surface. Knead, adding flour as necessary, for 10 minutes, until the dough is elastic and smooth. Shape into a ball.
  • Clean and dry your bowl and oil lightly with olive oil. Place the dough in it, rounded side down first, then rounded side up. Cover tightly with plastic and let rise in a warm spot for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours, until doubled.
  • Punch down the dough. Cover with lightly oiled plastic and let the dough rest for 15 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees, preferably with a baking stone in it. Line a sheet pan with parchment and oil generously. Roll or press out the dough into a rectangle the size of the sheet pan or just slightly smaller. To do this efficiently, roll or press out the dough, stop and wait 5 minutes for the gluten to relax, then roll or press out again, and repeat until the dough reaches the right size. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes. Just before baking, use your fingertips to dimple the dough all over.
  • Cut the tomatoes into rounds and place on top of the focaccia. Sprinkle with coarse salt and the rosemary. Drizzle a tablespoon or two of olive oil over all.
  • Bake, setting the pan on top of the baking stone (if using), for 20 to 25 minutes, until the bread is deep golden brown. Let rest for at least 10 minutes before serving, or allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 124, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 195 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

TOMATO BACON SQUARES



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Swiss cheese perfectly compliments the bacon, tomatoes & bell peppers.

Provided by April Phillips

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon
⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
⅓ cup chopped onion
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 clove crushed garlic
1 refrigerated pizza crust dough
¾ cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
  • Crumble bacon into a medium-size mixing bowl. Mix in bell pepper, tomatoes, and basil. In a separate small bowl, combine mayonnaise and garlic.
  • Roll pizza crust into a 12x15 inch rectangular baking sheet. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the bacon mixture over the mayonnaise, and top the entire pizza with cheese.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until the top is bubbly and the crust is golden brown. Cool and cut the pizza into 24 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 151.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

TOMATO AND BACON PASTA BAKE



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This is a fantastic twist on an ordinary pasta bake. Quick and easy to make, and one which you can use forever! Serve with fresh bread and a salad.

Provided by Jayne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 cup chopped bacon
salt and pepper to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
½ cup milk

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large saucepan or skillet, add onion, bacon, salt, and pepper. Cook until bacon is crispy and onion is soft. Drain fat. Pour in tomato soup and stir; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; add 1 cup Cheddar cheese and the milk. Stir until cheese is melted.
  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Combine sauce with pasta in a baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Place under the oven broiler until sauce is thick and cheese browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 712.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 92.4 mg, Fat 45 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 1173.6 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • Ensure you use active dry yeast for this recipe, as it's the most reliable type of yeast for baking.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, knead the dough by hand for about 10 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place for about an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • When rolling out the dough, use a rolling pin to gently press it out into a rectangular shape.
  • Don't overcrowd the focaccia with toppings, as this will prevent it from cooking evenly.
  • Bake the focaccia for about 20-25 minutes, or until it's golden brown and cooked through.

Conclusion:

This bacon and tomato focaccia is an easy and delicious recipe that's perfect for any occasion. It's great as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. The combination of salty bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh herbs makes this focaccia irresistible. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover bacon and tomatoes. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty recipe, give this bacon and tomato focaccia a try. You won't be disappointed!

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