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Saffron And Raisin Breakfast Bread Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 1/2 c raisins
  •  Cooking spray
  • 1/4 c sugar
  • 3 tbsps butter, melted & cooled
  • 1 1/3 c warm fat-free milk (100° to 110°)
  • 1 package dry yeast (about 2 1/4 tsps)
  • 1/2 c warm water (100º to 110º)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 5 1/4 c bread flour, divided

Directions
  • Step #1 Combine milk & saffron; let this stand 10 mins.
  • Step #2 Dissolve yeast & 1 tsp sugar in warm water In a large-ish bowl; let this stand 5 mins or until foamy.
  • Step #3 Stir in milk mixture.
  • Step #4 Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring c; level with a knife.
  • Step #5 Add 5 c flour, butter, raisins, & salt to milk mixture, 1/4 c sugar, stirring to form a soft dough.
  • Step #6 Turn dough out onto a floured surface.
  • Step #7 Knead until smooth & elastic (about 8 mins); add enough of remaining flour, 1 tbsp at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands (dough will feel sticky).
  • Step #8 Place dough In a large-ish bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top.
  • Step #9 Cover up & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 1/2 hrs or until doubled in size.
  • Step #10 (Gently press two fingers into dough.
  • Step #11 If indentation remains, dough has risen enough.
  • Step #12 ) Punch dough down; cover & let rest 5 mins.
  • Step #13 Divide in half.
  • Step #14 Shape each portion into a 5-inch round loaf.
  • Step #15 Place loaves, 3 inches apart, seam sides down, on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
  • Step #16 Make 2 diagonal cuts 1/4-inch-deep across top of each loaf using a sharp knife.
  • Step #17 Cover up & let rise 30 mins or until doubled in size.
  • Step #18 Preheat oven to 375º.
  • Step #19 Uncover dough.
  • Step #20 Bake at 375º for 30 mins or until loaves are browned on bottom & sound hollow when tapped.
  • Step #21 Remove from pan; cool on wire racks.
  • Enjoy the Saffron & Raisin Breakfast Bread recipe

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