LAVENDER & OLIVE FOCACCIA

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Lavender imparts a delicate flavor to this homemade focaccia. It reminds me of my trips to Italy, and eating it brings back the relaxed vacation mood.-Sherry Haddox, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves (8 wedges each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-2/3 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1 tablespoon honey
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons salt
4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
15 Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Stir in the honey; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 4 tablespoons oil, salt and remaining warm water. Add 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; divide in half. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Shape each portion into a 9-in. circle. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make several 1/4-in. indentations in each loaf. Combine the olives, lavender, garlic and remaining oil; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with kosher salt. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Victoria Whitt
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I didn't have any lavender on hand, so I used rosemary instead. It still turned out great.


Queen Jannat
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This focaccia is a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try using less olive oil next time.


Farhan Shabeer
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I'm not a big fan of focaccia, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the lavender and olives add a really nice flavor.


imuetinyan efe
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This focaccia is a great way to show off your culinary skills. It's a bit more challenging than your average bread recipe, but it's definitely worth the effort.


T Shahzad
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I've never made focaccia before, but this recipe made it easy. I'm so glad I tried it, because it's now one of my favorite breads.


Vmlh Ydri
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I'm a beginner baker and this focaccia was a great recipe to start with. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Mandume Nangolo
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This focaccia is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion. I made it for a party and everyone loved it.


Monica Nandagi
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I'm not sure I would have thought to pair lavender and olives together, but it totally works. This focaccia is a great example of how different flavors can come together to create something amazing.


Yolanda Silva
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This focaccia is a great way to use up leftover olives. I always have a jar of olives in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that uses them up.


Tariq Malik
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I love how easy this focaccia is to make. I can whip it up in no time, and it always turns out great.


Badsha Miah
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I followed the recipe exactly and my focaccia turned out perfectly. It's so light and fluffy, and the lavender and olives are the perfect complement to each other.


Gayani Mathiwathani
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This is the best focaccia I've ever had. The lavender and olives give it such a unique and delicious flavor.


Tiana Thomas
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I've made this focaccia several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect bread to serve with soup or salad, or just to snack on by itself.


Grace Hanna
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This focaccia is a bit more work than your average bread recipe, but it's totally worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious bread that will impress your friends and family.


Kourtney Jackson
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I'm not a huge fan of lavender, but I really enjoyed this focaccia. The lavender flavor is subtle and delicate, and it pairs perfectly with the olives.


Viper Grim
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This focaccia is perfect for a party or a potluck. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Bella Terrebonne
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I love the combination of lavender and olives in this focaccia. It's so unique and flavorful.


Yonathan Graziani
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This lavender olive focaccia is a real showstopper! It's so beautiful and delicious, I can't get enough of it.