HERB-CRUSTED BREAD

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Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 13

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5 tablespoons old-fashioned oats
1 cup water (70° to 80°)
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups bread flour
1/4 cup rye flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
2-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 teaspoon each dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, dill weed and poppy seeds
TOPPING:
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon each coarse salt, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, dill weed and poppy seeds

Steps:

In a blender, process oats until finely ground. In bread machine pan, place the oats, water, sugar, oil, salt, flours, yeast and seasonings in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed)., When the cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Shape into a loaf, about 15 in. long. Transfer to a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes., Carefully brush dough with egg, sprinkle with salt, onion, garlic, dill and poppy seeds. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

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