Potato-Topped Focaccia with Mozzarella, Prosciutto & Fresh Toppings

This rustic, flavour-packed focaccia combines golden, crisp potatoes, melty mozzarella, and a variety of vibrant toppings, making it perfect for a light lunch or an impressive dinner.

 

Potato-Topped Focaccia with Mozzarella, Prosciutto, and Fresh Toppings

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
A rustic focaccia layered with golden crisp potatoes, melted mozzarella, and a variety of fresh, vibrant toppings for a satisfying and impressive lunch or light dinner.
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Ingredients

  • 1 large focaccia loaf sliced in half lengthways
  • 4 potatoes par boiled, sliced into discs and fried in olive oil until crispy.
  • 100 g Crème fraîche
  • Fresh garlic minced
  • Salt
  • Cracked black pepper
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese
  • Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • Prosciutto slices
  • Basil pesto
  • Tomato slices
  • Asparagus spears trimmed
  • Marinated goat’s cheese

Instructions

  • Slice the focaccia loaf in half lengthways and set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine Crème fraîche, minced garlic, salt, cracked black pepper, and shaved Parmesan. Mix well to form a fragrant topping mixture.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over the cut side of the focaccia.
  • Layer the crispy potatoes over the mixture, ensuring even coverage.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella generously over the potatoes.
  • Place the assembled focaccia halves in a preheated oven and bake until the mozzarella is melted and bubbling, and the potatoes continue to crisp.
  • Once removed from the oven, top the focaccia with slices of prosciutto, spoonfuls of basil pesto, and fresh tomato slices.
  • For a vegetarian alternative, top with asparagus spears and marinated goat’s cheese.
  • Serve warm, sliced, with a green salad on the side if desired.

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