Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍞 250 g of T45 wheat flour | 🧂 1/2 teaspoon of salt |
| 🌾 1 packet of baker’s yeast (or 7 g) | 🫒 2 tablespoons of olive oil |
| 💧 215 g of water | 🧄 1 onion (if desired) |
| 🥓 100 g of bacon (optional) | 🧀 40 g of grated cheese (if desired) |
Utensils
| 🥄 Mixing bowl | 🍞 Baking tray |
| 👩🍳 Kitchen or kneading machine | 🔪 Knife |
| 🌡️ Cooking thermometer | 🍽️ Spatula |
| 📏 Kitchen scale | 🥯 Serving bowls |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Resting time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 40 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C, which will allow for optimal cooking of the fougasse.
STEP 2: In a mixing bowl, combine 250 grams of flour, 1 packet of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
STEP 3: Incorporate the olives cut into small pieces into the flour mixture.
STEP 4: Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and start mixing until you achieve a smooth dough.
STEP 5: Form a ball with the dough and let it rest for 1 hour in a warm place.
STEP 6: Once the dough has risen, shape it into a fougasse and make decorative cuts on top.
STEP 7: Place the fougasse on a baking tray and bake for 25 minutes until golden.
STEP 8: Let cool for a few minutes before serving and enjoy your delicious fougasse!
The homemade fougasse is a preparation that combines simplicity and speed. With a few basic ingredients such as flour, yeast, and olive oil, it can be easily made even by beginners in the kitchen.
Every bite of this olive fougasse reveals the authentic taste of Mediterranean flavors. It can be served as an appetizer, as a side to a dish, or alone, to enjoy its naturally soft and flavorful taste.
The recipe allows experimentation with different ingredients according to your preferences, making it an ideal base for creating a personalized fougasse. Friendly, it will bring warmth and comfort to your meals.
