SWEDISH LIMPA BREAD

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This is a distinct and delicious bread. Boiling the seeds first really mellows their flavor. This has been passed down and around in our community for generations. It's really good!

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 1h

Yield 4 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups orange juice
1/2 cup butter
1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar
1/4 cup dark molasses
2 1/2 teaspoons caraway seeds
2 teaspoons anise seed
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups cold water
3 tablespoons yeast
4 cups rye flour (medium)
5 -6 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Combine first six ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil; boil for approximately 5 minutes.
  • Let cool some, then add the salt and cold water.
  • Test the temperature, then add the yeast.
  • Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the rye flour and as much white flour as needed to make a soft dough.
  • Knead well.
  • The bread dough will be sticky.
  • Let rise until double.
  • Shape into 4 loaves (Traditionally in round loaves, but loaf pans work also) and let rise again until double.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1560.8, Fat 27.4, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 1408.6, Carbohydrate 301.6, Fiber 19.6, Sugar 94.8, Protein 32.5

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