Focaccia

• 3-1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
• 2-1/2 Tsp Yeast
• 1 Tsp Salt
• 1 Tsp Sugar
• 3Tbsps Olive Oil, Plus extra for brushing
• 1-1/4 Cups Warm Water (105 - 115°F.)
• Coarse salt to dust top

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.  Add 3 tablespoons olive oil.
2. Gradually add the water until a dough forms.  Add herbs now, if desired.
3. Gather the dough into a ball and transfer to a floured surface.
4. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.  Add more flour if dough is sticky.
5. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, turn to coat.  Cover and let rise in a warm place about 1 hour.
6. Position a rack in the lower portion of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
7. Brush a 10 x 15 inch baking sheet with 1/2 inch sides with olive oil.
8. Punch down the dough and transfer to a floured surface.
9. Knead the dough a few times then form into a 4 x 8 inch rectangle.
10. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet and stretch and pat the dough to cover the bottom of the pan.
11. Cover and let rise until 1" high, about 30 minutes.
12. Use your fingers to dimple the surface of the dough.
13. Brush the top with olive oil.  Sprinkle with salt, if desired.  Bake 20-25 minutes, or until brown.
14. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool in the pan for a few minutes.
15. Cut into squares and serve warm.