Homemade Molasses Rye Bread
Savor the warm, aromatic slices of this homemade Molasses Rye Bread. The sweet notes of molasses and the earthy caraway seeds create a delightful balance in this soft, tender loaf.
Instructions
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Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water, then stir in the brown sugar, shortening, molasses, caraway seeds, and salt. Add the rye flour and 1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour, beating until smooth. Gradually mix in the remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
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Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 6-8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
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3
Punch down the dough and shape it into 3 loaves. Place the loaves on greased baking sheets, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
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4
Bake the loaves at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove the loaves from the pans and let them cool on wire racks.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 3 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
