GERMAN RYE BREAD

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What could be better than a sandwich made out of rye bread? It was always such a treat to have fresh rye bread out of the oven when I was a kid.

Provided by Carol Zahn

Categories     Other Breads

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 c rye flour
2 c white flour
3 c lukewarm water
2 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 pkg dry yeast, not rapid rise
1/2 c lukewarm water for yeast
1 1/2 Tbsp caraway seeds (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix 1/2 cup lukewarm water, sugar, salt and yeast together and let sit overnight.
  • 2. In the morning add the flour to the yeast. Mix well and let rise once. Knead down and let it rise again. Shape into loaves and place into greased pans or shape into rounds. Don't let the dough rise too long, about 45 minutes.
  • 3. Bake at 400 for 45 to 60 minutes.

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