->Rye Bread 01 <-

(Rye Bread)

Servings: 12

2 pkgs dry yeast

1/2 c warm water (110-120 degrees)

1 1/2 c tepid milk

2 T sugar

1 t salt

1/2 c molasses

2 T butter

3 1/4 c rye flour

2 1/2 c bread flour

Dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl combine milk, sugar,

and salt. Use a mixer to beat in molasses, butter, yeast mixture

and 1 cup of rye flour. Use a wooden spoon to mix in the remaining

rye flour. Add white flour by stirring until the dough is stiff

5 to 10 minutes, adding flour as needed.

If the dough sticks to your hands or the board add more flour.

Cover dough and let rise 1 1 1/2 hours or until double. Punch down

dough and divide to form 2 round loaves. Let loaves rise on a

greased baking sheet until double, about 1 1/2 hours. Preheat oven

375 degrees F. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Makes

2 round loaves.