Fougasse aux Olives

Fougasse aux Olives is a delightful vegan bread from the south of France, infused with the rich flavors of olives and olive oil. This soft and aromatic flatbread makes for a perfect breakfast treat, great for sharing or enjoying solo with a cup of coffee.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• warm water - 150 milliliters
• active dry yeast - 7 grams
• sea salt - 5 grams
• extra virgin olive oil - 30 milliliters
• green olives, pitted and chopped - 100 grams
• fresh rosemary, chopped - 1 tablespoon
• black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and sea salt. Mix well.
3. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
6. Once risen, punch down the dough and incorporate the chopped olives and rosemary. Knead gently to distribute evenly.
7. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
8. Shape the dough into a flat oval, about 1.5 cm thick, and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Using a sharp knife, make several diagonal slashes on the surface of the dough to create a decorative pattern.
10. Let the dough rest for another 10 minutes before baking.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and baked through.
12. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and olives.
• Provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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