Technical stages for Olive Bread :
- In a bowl, mix the dry yeast and 3 tablespoons of flour. Add the hot water and mix.
- Cover with plastic wrap and leave to rise in a warm place for 15 minutes.
- In another , add the rest of the flour in a with a pinch of salt.
- Add the potato purée, 80 grams chopped pitted olives and the yeast mixture.
- Mix until you obtain a soft dough.
- Knead using your hands on a floured work surface until the dough is smooth.
- Split the into 2 or 3 equal parts.
- Shape into balls and place them on a greased baking sheets.
- Slightly flatten the dough to make a small hollow in its center.
- Distribute the rest of olives into the holes (sliced pitted olives) and pour in the olive oil.
- Cover with plastic wrap and leave to rest in a warm place for 20 minutes.
- Bake in warm oven 180°C - 356°F for 20 to 25 minutes until the breads are colored and risen.
- When finished, leave to cool on a cooling rack.
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