Blue Cheese-Bacon Focaccia
Blue Cheese-Bacon Focaccia is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Dissolve yeast and honey in 1/2 cup warm water (110°F-115°F) in a small bowl.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionDissolve yeast and honey in 1/2 cup warm water (110°F-115°F) in a small bowl.
Let sit until foamy, about 10 minutes.
Combine 4 1/2 cups flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
Add the yeast mixture, 6 tablespoons oil, potatoes, and 1 cup warm water.
Mix with a wooden spoon until almost incorporated, then finish mixing with your hands.
Transfer dough to a floured work surface and knead until smooth, 4-6 minutes, adding more flour by tablespoonfuls if dough seems very sticky (dough should be soft and elastic).
Brush a large bowl with oil; place dough in bowl.
Cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm, draft-free area.
Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add bacon and cook until it is light golden but not crisp.
Transfer to paper towels to drain.
Preheat oven to 425°F.
Brush a 17x11x1" baking sheet with oil.
Press dough into pan.
Press with your fingertips all over, forming dimples.
Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil over.
Bake focaccia for 10 minutes.
Sprinkle cheese over, then bacon and rosemary.
Return to oven and bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes longer.
Let cool for 10 minutes in pan.
Slide bread onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice into 2x1" pieces.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.