LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2021

2 ⁄ to 2 ⁄ cups (560 to 625 mL) all-purpose flour

place in a large bowl coated in 1 tbsp (15 mL) oil. Cover with a plate and allow dough to rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in bulk. 2 Once dough has risen, pour remaining 3 tbsp (45 mL) oil into a 9-inch (23-cm) square baking pan. Punch dough down, and press and stretch it into prepared pan, making sure to poke your fingers all the way through dough while you stretch. Evenly scatter peaches, blue cheese and remaining walnuts over- top of dough. Sprinkle with sea salt. Cover focaccia and allow to rise in a warm place for 45 minutes. 4 Bake focaccia for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow focaccia to cool slightly before removing from pan. Cut into thick slices or squares, and serve with a shallow dish of extra virgin olive oil and a drizzle of sherry vinegar. 3 Preheat oven to 425 F (218 C).

1 ⁄ tsp (7 mL) instant yeast 1 ⁄ tsp (7 mL) kosher salt

⁄ cup (175 mL) very warm water 2 tsp (10 mL) pure maple syrup ⁄ cup (125 mL) extra virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for serving 3 yellow or white peaches, pitted and diced 2 oz (55 g) crumbled blue cheese 1 Set aside ⁄ cup (60 mL) chopped walnuts and combine remaining walnuts with 2 ⁄ cups (560 mL) flour, the yeast and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in centre of flour mixture and pour in water, maple syrup and ⁄ cup (60 mL) oil, and begin mixing dough with a wooden spoon. Once combined, dump shaggy dough onto a well-floured work surface and knead until so and springy, adding more flour if dough is sticky, approximately 2 minutes. Once kneaded, shape dough into a ball and ⁄ tsp (2 mL) flaky sea salt Sherry vinegar for serving

Walnut Peach Focaccia With Sherry Vinegar

Made of an olive oil-infused dough that is perfectly chewy, with a light and airy crumb, this scrumptious Italian staple serves as the most delicious bite. Here, I’ve lightened up the classic focaccia dipper of balsamic and olive oil by using sherry vinegar, balsamic’s lighter and brighter cousin, which is perfect for summer and pairs beautifully with peaches. If blue cheese isn’t your bag, feel free to swap

in tangy goat cheese or salty feta. 3 ⁄ oz (100 g) chopped walnuts, divided

Makes one 9-inch (23-cm) square loaf

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