Let’s bake some bread that smells like a dream! In a big bowl, mix the yeast with warm water—let it sit for 5 minutes ‘til it gets foamy. That’s the yeast waking up—love that!
Stir in the flour, salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil—mix ‘til it’s a shaggy dough. Knead it on a floured surface for about 5 minutes—get it smooth and stretchy. Feels like therapy, right?
Rub a bowl with a little oil, plop the dough in, and cover it with a damp towel. Let it rise somewhere warm for 1 hour—until it’s doubled and puffy. Patience pays off here!
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Oil a baking sheet or a 9x13 pan—your choice! Punch down the dough (so satisfying!), then stretch it out onto the pan—make it rustic and uneven, that’s the charm!
Press your fingertips into the dough to make those classic focaccia dimples—fun part! Drizzle with the last tablespoon of olive oil, then scatter the minced garlic and rosemary all over—smells like an Italian countryside already!
Sprinkle with coarse sea salt—don’t skimp! Bake for 20-25 minutes—until it’s golden and crispy on top. You’ll hear it crackle when it comes out—pure bread bliss!
Let it cool for a few minutes—hard, I know, but worth it! Slice it up or tear it apart—perfect with soup, as a snack, or just because. Dip it in olive oil if you’re feeling extra—enjoy every garlicky, herby bite!