SUPER HEALTHY RYE BREAD

By bjnelson55

Rugbrod, 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.

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 1

In a 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 for about 45 minutes, brushing with water occasionally.

Makes 36 thin slices.