Focaccia Whimsy

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I had forgotten how much I love focaccia. I saw a picture recently of a whimsically decorated focaccia with herbs and veggies. I’ve been so eager to try my hand at this. And, I can now report that it’s remarkably easy to do. 

Simply place your artwork on top of your prepared dough, press to ensure it will stick, liberally brush with olive oil, then pop it in the oven. 

I used parsley leaves, chives, red onion, mushrooms, and orange peppers. I have to say that while the whole chive blossom looked great prior to baking, it just turned into a brownish and unremarkable bon-bon after cooking. The deconstructed chive blossoms fared much better. I might just have to make another one! The possibilities might be infinite.

Here are some ideas:

Artichoke hearts	Bok choy
Chives	Parsley
Olives	Tomatoes (fresh or sundried)
Red onion	Mushrooms
Fennel fronds	Bacon
Peppers	Capers
Baby corn	Broccoli

You will find good success with your favorite recipe. In case you don’t have a favorite yet, here is the recipe for sourdough focaccia from The Perfect Loaf. [Recipe Moderator’s Note: This Jovial recipe for sourdough einkorn focaccia was also recommended to us from one of our members.]

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