CHIPOTLE FOCACCIA WITH GARLIC-ONION TOPPING

Chipotle Focaccia with Garlic-Onion Topping image

Chipotle peppers leave some people tongue-tied; others can't get enough of the smoky heat. I came up with this recipe for chipotle, roasted garlic and caramelized onion focaccia. Some wanted it spicier-it's only a medium heat pepper-and some like it just the way it is. Add more if you crave the fire. -Frances "Kay" Bouma, Trail, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup water (70° to 80°)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
TOPPING:
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon plus 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large onions, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
Chopped chives, optional

Steps:

In bread machine pan, place the first 6 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons water or flour if needed). , When cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Punch down dough; cover and let rest for 15 minutes., Meanwhile, place garlic in a small microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle with 1/4 teaspoon oil. Microwave on high for 20-60 seconds or until softened. Mash the garlic., Roll dough into a 12x10-in. rectangle. Transfer to a well-greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place until slightly risen, about 20 minutes., With fingertips, make several dimples over top of dough. Brush dough with 1 tablespoon oil. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions in remaining oil until tender. Add the chipotle peppers, salt and mashed garlic; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Sprinkle over dough. , Bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes longer. If desired, top with chopped chives. Cut into serving portions; serve warm. Freeze option: Freeze cooled focaccia squares in freezer containers, separating layers with waxed paper. To use, reheat squares on an ungreased baking sheet in a preheated 400° oven until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.