RYE BREAD (RUGBROD)

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Denmark's yummy traditional rye, provides all the health benefits of a whole-grain bread, which means it fights high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and heart disease. It is also linked to superior hunger control.

  • 36

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon instant dry yeast
  • 4 cups whole-grain rye flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 3 tablespoon canola oil

Preparation

Step 1

In bowl, mix yeast, flour and salt. Microwave buttermilk until lukewarm; stir in oil.

Add to flour mixture. Knead 10 minutes until smooth, adding 1/2 cup more flour if needed.

Place in oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and leave to rise in a warm place for 1-1/2 hours.

Knead lightly and transfer to greased loaf pan.

Cover with plastic wrap and set aside for 1 hour to rise again. Bake at 350 degrees oven for about 45 minutes, brushing with water occasionally.

Makes 36 thin slices.