Sourdough Multi Grain Focaccia with Italian Bread Dipper recipe

The traditional focaccia transformed into a sourdough multi grain version. Either way, both versions of focaccia pair well with the Italian Bread dipper. Perfect to bring to your next party!

The traditional recipe:

1 1/2 cups of warm water (approximately 100 degrees)

2 packages or one and 3/4 tablespoons of active dry yeast

4 cups of unbleached bread flour.   

1/4 cup of olive oil 

1 Tablespoon of sugar

1 Tablespoon of salt

1 tsp of marjoram, 1 tsp of thyme.Sourdough multi grain version

1 cup of warm water

2 packages or one and 3/4 tablespoons of active dry yeast

2 cups of unbleached bread flour. 

1 cup wheat flour (gold or white wheat preferred)

1/2 cup of rye flour

1 cup of sourdough starter

1/4 cup of olive oil 

1 Tablespoon of sugar

1 Tablespoon of salt

1 tsp of marjoram, 1 tsp of thyme

Knead, proof for one hour in mixing bowl. Shape into well sprayed cookie sheets. Proof again for 20-30 minutes. Brush with olive oil, rosemary springs and rock salt of desired. Bake 425 oven for 20 minutes or until desired color.

Italian Bread Dipper:

1 Cup of Extra Virgin Olive Oil-all olive oil in breads does not have to be extra virgin as you'll not be able to discern the difference for the extra cost. However, in dips always use extra virgin olive oil.

1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar (can use 1/3 or 1/2 cup if preferred)

2 Tablespoons of powdered garlic, 2 Tablespoons of dried basil.

Options: 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese, and/or sundried tomatoes.

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