Rustic Pumpkin Focaccia with Sage & Olive Oil 🍂 – Easy Artisan Bread Recipe – Fall Flavors

Ingredients

• • 3 ⅞ cups (420g) all-purpose flour
• • 1 ⅞ tsp salt
• • 1 ⅞ tsp instant yeast
• • ⅞ cup (120ml) pumpkin puree
• • 1 ⅞ cups (350ml) warm water
• • ⅞ cup (80ml) olive oil
• • 4-5 fresh sage leaves, chopped
• • Coarse sea salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix warm water, pumpkin puree, and honey. Sprinkle with yeast and let sit 5-7 minutes.

2. 2

   Add flour, salt, and knead in 8-10 minutes until elastic. Work with patience if dough is sticky.

3. 3

   Cover dough and let rest 1 hour until doubled. Press to test for readiness.

4. 4

   Stretch dough into 9x13-inch shape, dimple surface with fingers.

5. 5

   Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and sage. Bake at 400°F 20-25 minutes.

6. 6

   Drizzle with fresh herb oil and serve warm with soups or dips.