Schiacciata Con Noci(Cornmeal Flatbread With

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SCHIACCIATA CON NOCI (CORNMEAL FLATBREAD WITH

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers Italian
Snacks Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 ts Dried yeast
1 1/3 c Warm water
1 tb Olive oil, optional
3/4 c Cornmeal
3 c Unbleached all-purpose flour
1 1/2 ts Salt
3/4 c Walnuts
Olive oil
Salt

Stir the yeast into the water & let proof for 10
minutes. Stir in the olive oil. Combine the
cornmeal, flour & salt. Whisk 2 c of htis mixture
into the yeast. Stir in the remainder & then knead
for 10 minutes until smooth. Knead in the walnuts.
Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover & let rise until
doubled. Stretch or roll the dough to fit an 10 1/2" X
15 1/2" oiled baking sheet. Cover & let rise till
doubled. Preheat the oven to 400F. Just before
baking, make dimples ni the surface of the dough with
your knuckles & drizzle with a wash of olive oil &
sprinkle with salt. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until
golden. Serve hot or at room temperature.
This focaccia can be served either as a snack or as a
part of an antipasto or as an hors d'oeuvre. Or
simply serve it in place of bread.



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