Best Ever Focaccia
Adapted from Paul Hollywood's "Ultimate Focaccia" recipe in his new cookbook, "Bake". Hollywood proclaims this is a favorite and one he takes to many dinner parties he attends.
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Hi, I’m Monte Melugin, executive chef, food writer, consultant, artist, and creator of GrubAmericana, a website designed exclusively around American born foods–their history, legends, and availability. We’ll also provide some related recipes you can easily make in your own kitchen.