Garlic and Olive Focaccini

Recipe courtesy of California Ripe Olives.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 pound prepared pizza dough, divided into 4 (4-ounce) balls
2 tablespoons pureed roasted garlic
1 cup California Ripe Olives
1/2 cup shredded asiago cheese
2 teaspoons chopped rosemary
2 teaspoons chopped thyme

Cooking Directions:

1. Shape each piece of pizza dough into a 5 to 6-inch disc. Place onto a well greased baking sheet.
2. Spread 1/2 tablespoon of garlic puree on each, then dot with 1/4 cup of California Ripe Olives. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of asiago cheese and a 1/2 teaspoon of rosemary and thyme, then season with black pepper to taste.
3. Allow to rest in a warm place for 30 to 60 minutes, then bake in a 400°F (205°C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/4 of recipe): Calories: 299; Calories From Fat: 17; Total Fat: 6g; Cholesterol: 1mg; Total Carbs: 53g; Protein: 9g; Sodium: 782mg.

Recipe and photograph courtesy of California Ripe Olives.