Romano's Macaroni Grill Focaccia

Recreate the savory magic of the beloved Romano's Macaroni Grill with this simple yet irresistibly flavorful focaccia recipe. Perfectly crisp on the outside and delightfully airy on the inside, this Italian-inspired bread is infused with the earthy aroma of fresh rosemary and topped with a glistening layer of olive oil and sea salt for a gourmet touch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and wholesome pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil, you can easily bake this restaurant-quality focaccia at home. Ideal as a standalone appetizer, a side for soups and salads, or a base for creative sandwiches, this crowd-pleaser delivers authentic flavors and rustic charm straight to your kitchen. Satisfy your bread cravings and elevate your baking repertoire with this foolproof focaccia recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt or kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons Additional olive oil (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add 2 cups of the flour, the salt, and 0.5 cups of olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until the batter is combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing as you go. Once the dough comes together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 4

Knead the dough for about 6-8 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Add a little more flour if the dough is sticky.

Step 5

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and allow it to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.

Step 7

Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Press and stretch the dough into a rectangular or oval shape, about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 8

Using your fingers, make small indentations all over the surface of the dough.

Step 9

Brush the dough with the additional olive oil, then sprinkle the chopped rosemary and sea salt evenly over the top.

Step 10

Bake the focaccia in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

Step 11

Remove the focaccia from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1008.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3026.7

Total Fat 143.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5762.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 77.7mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 671.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 50.0%