Homemade Foccacia Bread

I love making my own foccacia bread, it's such a fragrant activity and it always tastes sooooo yummy!  I've had this recipe for a long time but I don't remember where I got it from.

8 c. flour (I use white and whole wheat)

1 tbsp. sugar

2 tsp. salt

2 pkg. yeast or 5 teaspoons 

2 c. warm water (105-115F)

1/2 c. olive oil

2 tbsp. crushed dried oregano

1 tbsp. chopped peeled garlic

1 tsp. crushed dried rosemary

1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

2 tbsp. olive oil

1/2 c. finely grated parmesan cheese

Sprinkle yeast over warm water in a medium bowl; allow to foam.  Add first addition of olive oil, garlic, rosemary and red pepper flakes.  Add in sugar, salt and slowly begin adding the flour; mix until smooth.  On a lightly floured surface  knead until smooth and elastic, 10-12 minutes.  Place in an oiled bowl, turning to coat top, cover with a tea towel.  Allow to rise for 45 minutes or until doubled in bulk.  Punch down to press air out; fit onto an oiled 15 x 10 x 1 inch baking pan.  Allow to rise 30-40 minutes or until doubled in bulk.  Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375F.  Brush top of dough with 1 tablespoon olive oil.  Bake until golden brown, about 35 minutes.  Brush with remaining olive oil; sprinkle with parmesan cheese while still warm.  Cut into wedges or diamond-shapes; serve at room temperature.