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Focaccia Bread with California Prunes & Prosciutto

A delightful twist on a classic Italian bread, this Focaccia recipe by Dara Michalski from Cookin’ Canuck combines the saltiness of prosciutto with the unexpected sweetness of California Prunes. Baked into soft, aromatic bread, the prunes provide a moist texture and a complexity that complements the crisp, savory prosciutto.

Featuring California Prunes.

Ingredients

40g	prosciutto
2 1/4 tsp	dried yeast
1 tsp	honey
2 tsp	salt
240ml	warm water
320g	whole wheat flour
5 tbsp	extra virgin olive oil
90g	California Prunes
2 tbsp	rosemary leaves

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 190°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Place the prosciutto slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until the prosciutto is starting to brown and becoming crispy, about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Let cool slightly, then break into small pieces. Set aside.
Step 4
In a medium bowl, stir together yeast, warm water and honey. Let rest until yeast blooms and bubbles form on top, about 10 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in flour, 3 tablespoons olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt. Turn the dough onto a well-floured surface and knead until the dough is smooth, 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 6
Add the crumbled prosciutto, California Prunes and 1 tablespoon rosemary. Knead to incorporate.
Step 7
Place dough in a bowl coated with cooking spray, cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest in a warm place until dough doubles in size, about 1 hour.
Step 8
Preheat the oven to 230°C.
Step 9
Remove dough from the bowl and press it into a lightly oiled 22cmx33 cm baking sheet until it touches the edges. Using your finger, poke holes all over the dough.
Step 10
Let rest until the dough becomes puffy, about 20 minutes.
Step 11
Top the dough with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon rosemary. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
Step 12
Bake until the focaccia is golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking sheet, then cut into 12 pieces. Serve.

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Breakfast, Fruits & Vegetables, Gluten-free, Vegetarian or Vegan

Focaccia Bread with California Prunes & Prosciutto

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