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Russian Black Bread
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 40 Minutes
Ready In: 40 Minutes
Servings: 1
I used to buy this bread from a local specialty bread store. No More ! This is outstanding. Moist, earthy, and robust. You will have to forgive me. I adapted this recipe from a bread machine recipe that said Put ingredients in machine and turn on. Read more .
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 1/2 cups bread flour
1 cup rye flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons dark corn syrup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1/4 teaspoon fennel seed (optional)
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
Directions:
1. Combine water ( approx 110 deg F ), dark corn syrup, and yeast. Let set and allow to bloom. ( about 5 min. )
2. While waiting for yeast to bloom combine the rest of the dry ingredients. Measure out vinegar and set aside.
3. Once yeast has bloomed and developed a foam, put in mixer bowl. At this point add the vinegar. Use dough hook and begin adding dry's about a cup at a time until fully combined and developed a smooth ball. Put in a large lightly oiled bowl and allow to rise until doubled in size.
4. Once risen, take from bowl. Punch down and knead for about 3-5 minutes. Form into a loaf shape. Place in a greased loaf pan and allow to rise again about 45-min to a hour. Then bake in a 350 deg oven for 30 to 45 min.
By RecipeOfHealth.com