My Husband Just Retired (Week 1)… He’s Spoiling Me Already!

My husband is absolutely spoiling me since he's been retired...and I'm loving it! ❤️ ✨Shop the video here: Focaccia Pan https://amzlink.to/az0jXEcHc7Jbh Nesting Bowls (stainless interior) https://amzlink.to/az0zovB1WAdEZ Silicone scrapers https://amzlink.to/az01ydV0j8LIN Elevated Herb Garden https://amzlink.to/az0B7ypD8r7OV Cookware set https://amzlink.to/az0jMsQ3003hq Sunglasses https://amzlink.to/az0RgSJx5FJuo Glass storage container set https://amzlink.to/az0aijWaTSJzY Green Mountain Grill Smoker https://amzlink.to/az0PszlsHZt8x Smoker Pellets https://amzlink.to/az0kxoMB1TFTe Chaise Lounge Covers https://amzlink.to/az0MPwyKrWCUH Headache Relief Cap https://amzlink.to/az08sGUmrPWpb Randy’s t-shirts https://amzlink.to/az0PYQ7Y1yByD 📣 What I’m wearing Striped set https://amzlink.to/az0WC3nHwgtor RANDY'S FOCACCIA 🧂 Ingredients 4 cups (500g) all-purpose or bread flour 2 tsp salt 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast 1 ¾ cups warm water (about 105–110°F) ¼ cup olive oil (plus more for pan + topping) 1–2 tsp sugar or honey Topping (classic): Flaky salt, Fresh rosemary (or dried if needed), roasted garlic ⏱️ Game Plan (Simple Timeline) Mix + rest: 10 min First rise: 1.5–2 hours Pan + second rise: 1–1.5 hours Bake: 20–25 min 👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step 1. Mix the Dough In a large bowl, combine warm water + sugar + yeast. Let sit 5 minutes. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms (no need to knead heavily). 👉 It should be wet and shaggy, not like traditional bread dough. 2. Stretch & Fold (Key for Airy Texture) Instead of kneading: Let dough rest 10–15 minutes Do 3–4 rounds of “stretch and fold” every 10 minutes: Grab one side → stretch → fold over Rotate bowl and repeat This builds structure without overworking it. 3. First Rise (1.5–2 hours) Cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled and bubbly 4. Oil the Pan (Don’t Be Shy) Pour 2–3 tbsp olive oil into a 9x13 pan (or sheet pan) Transfer dough into pan Gently stretch it toward the edges (it won’t reach yet—that’s fine) 5. Second Rise (1–1.5 hours) Cover and let it relax and spread By the end, it should fill the pan and look puffy 6. Dimple + Top (This is the fun part) Drizzle more olive oil on top Use your fingers to press deep dimples all over Add Rosemary, flaky salt, garlic 7. Bake Oven: 425°F Bake 20–25 minutes until deep golden brown with crispy edges making sure the bottom is nicely browned. 🔥 Pro Tips (This is what makes it GREAT) More olive oil = better crust (don’t skimp) If your kitchen is cool, rise it in the oven with the light on Want extra crisp? Bake on the lower oven rack Let it cool 10–15 minutes before slicing (keeps structure intact) 🎬 WHAT TO WATCH NEXT ◼︎Something Big Happened Yesterday...https://youtu.be/_tOP-7WQ0G0 ❤️ Get my free Weekly Newsletter https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/newsletter How To Find Me ✨ ● AMAZON STORE | https://amzlink.to/az0o30CEpS50p ● EMAIL | welcometomycurls@gmail.com ● INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/welcometomycurls/ ● FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/welcometomycurls ● NEWSLETTER | https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/newsletter 🍋 In Renee's Kitchen ~ My Digital Cookbooks & Live Cooking Shows ● Everyday Meals & Simple Recipes https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/cookbook ● Margarita DrinkBook https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/margarita ● How to Make Hot Cocoa Bombs https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/cocoabombs ● Golden Crusted Chicken & Asparagus Lasagna https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/lasagna ● Full Flavor Low Carb Meals https://welcometomycurls.myflodesk.com/fullflavorlowcarb FTC Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. This video contains affiliate links. If you click on one of them and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. © 2026 Renee Hayden | Welcome To My Curls, All Rights Reserved