LAVENDER & OLIVE FOCACCIA

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Lavender imparts a delicate flavor to this homemade focaccia. It reminds me of my trips to Italy, and eating it brings back the relaxed vacation mood.-Sherry Haddox, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves (8 wedges each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-2/3 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided
1 tablespoon honey
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons salt
4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
15 Greek olives, chopped
1 tablespoon dried lavender flowers
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Stir in the honey; let stand for 5 minutes. Add 4 tablespoons oil, salt and remaining warm water. Add 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down; divide in half. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Shape each portion into a 9-in. circle. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make several 1/4-in. indentations in each loaf. Combine the olives, lavender, garlic and remaining oil; brush over loaves. Sprinkle with kosher salt. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 471mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.