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Whole Grain Loaf Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/2 c whole wheat flour .
  • 1/2 c warm water .
  • 1 egg .
  • 1/2 c low-fat small-curd cottage cheese .
  • 1 1/4 oz active dry yeast .
  • 1/4 c oats (optional) .
  • 2 tbsps cold water .
  • 1/4 c rye flour .
  • 2 tbsps oil (not olive) .
  • 1 tsp salt .
  • 1 egg white .
  • 2 tsps sesame seeds (approx.) .
  • 1 1/2 c general purpose white flour .
  • 1/4 c toasted wheat germ .
  • 1/2-1 c general purpose white flour, as needed .
  • 2 tbsps cornmeal (approx.) .
  • 1/4 c honey

Directions
  • Step #1 Gently mix yeast into warm water until dissolved.
  • Step #2 Add cottage cheese, oil, salt, honey, egg & 1-1/2 c white general purpose flour.
  • Step #3 Beat with wooden spoon until smooth.
  • Step #4 Gradually beat in whole wheat flour, rye flour, oats (if using) & wheat germ.
  • Step #5 Add extra all-purpose flour as needed to make a soft dough (she used about a 1/2 c).
  • Step #6 Knead about 8-10 mins.
  • Step #7 Place in a greased bowl, turning dough so that the top is greased, too.
  • Step #8 Cover up with a towel & let rise in a warm place for about 75 mins.
  • Step #9 Punch down dough & let it rest for 10 mins.
  • Step #10 Shape dough into a ball.
  • Step #11 Grease a baking sheet (cookie sheet will work).
  • Step #12 Cover up baking sheet lightly with cornmeal.
  • Step #13 Place loaf on prepared baking sheet.
  • Step #14 Cover up with a towel & let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  • Step #15 Beat an egg white with 2 tbsps of cold water.
  • Step #16 Brush this mixture over the loaf.
  • Step #17 Sprinkle top loaf with sesame seeds, if desired.
  • Step #18 Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25-30 mins, or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy the Whole Grain Loaf recipe

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