FOCACCIA ITALIAN BREAD

3 1/4 Cups Flour
1 Envelope Rapid Rise Yeast or 21/4 Teaspoons
1 Tablespoon Sugar
1 Teaspoon Salt
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
12/3 Cups Very Warm Water (120) Degrees
1Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
2 Tablespoons Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Mix the flour, yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons water. Stir until mixed good. Spread the dough into a 13 x 9 inch pan. Cover and let rise until doubled around 30 minutes. Drizzle 1 to 2 Tablespoon Olive Oil over the bread. Poke holes in the bread to make a uneven surface. Spread parmesan cheese and herbs over the top. Can sprinkle some more salt over all the top of it if you want to. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 more minutes. Bake on 350 for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly brown.