Norwegian Focaccia Bread

Tools

• 1 liquid measuring cup

• 1 set dry measuring cups

• 1 set measuring spoons

• 1 large spoon

• 2 large bowls

• 3 plates

• 1 large skillet

• 1 spatula (pancake-turner style)

• 1 clean dry cloth

• 1 rolling pin

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water

• 3/4 tsp active dry yeast

• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour

• 1/3 cup plain yogurt

• 3 cups unbleached white flour

• 3/4 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp each of dried oregano, thyme, and garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp dried basil

• 3/4 tsp salt

• Additional flour for kneading

• Kosher salt and Parmesan cheese for topping

Steps

1. Add the warm water to a large bowl. Stir the yeast and let the mixture sit for 1 to 2 minutes, until the yeast has dissolved.

2. Add the whole wheat flour, stirring until well-mixed. Stir the yogurt into the flour mixture.

3. In another large bowl, stir together the unbleached white flour, baking powder, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, basil, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the first bowl, stirring to form a soft dough.

4. Lightly flour a clean work surface. Turn the dough out onto the work surface and knead gently for 3 to 5 minutes. Form the dough into a ball.

   Note: This is a soft dough, do not add more flour than needed.

5. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

6. Use a rolling pin to roll each ball into a flat, round shape about 7 inches in diameter and about 1/4 inch thick.

7. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the dough for 2 to 3 minutes on one side, until it is golden brown and slightly puffed.

8. Flip the bread and sprinkle it with kosher salt and Parmesan cheese. Cook the other side for 2 more minutes until golden brown.

9. Remove the bread from the skilled and put it on a plate. Cover with a clean, dry cloth until ready to serve.