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Prep Time: 180 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 200 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Adapted from Breads of the World. Ingredients:
2 1/4 teaspoons yeast |
1/2 cup lukewarm water |
2 tablespoons honey |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 egg, lightly beaten |
2 tablespoons shortening |
2 cups barley flour |
Directions:
1. Combine yeast, water, and honey, and let proof 5 minutes. 2. Add salt, eggs and shortening. 3. Stir in flour and blend until dough is workable. 4. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for a couple of minutes. 5. Place in a large greased bowl, turning to coat. 6. Cover with a towel and let stand in a warm place for 90 minutes. 7. The dough will rise slightly, but will NOT double. 8. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead again. 9. Shape into a round cake about 1/2 thick. 10. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. 11. Cover with a towel and let rest for one hour. 12. Preheat oven to 425°F. 13. Bake 15-20 minutes, or until bread is pale brown and sounds hollow when tapped. 14. Cool on a rack. |
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