Ingredients
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1
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1 1/2
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1 1/4
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1
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1
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1 3/4
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1/2
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1
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1
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2 1/2
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-
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Directions
Crusty Sourdough Rye Bread,Rye bread is a hearty staple in German homes. This recipe makes a delicious rustic loaf with a thick, crunchy crust and soft, flavorsome interior. I’ve given easy directions for making it using a KitchenAid stand mixer. Adapted from a recipe by Sunset Breads (1995),Delicious bread, but the bake time is totally off. Instead of 425 for 9 minutes, try for 12 minutes. After that, drop down to 400 and bake for another 25-30 minutes, if not more.
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Steps
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1
Done
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Combine Starter, Rye Flour, and One Cup of the Water in a Large Bowl; Stir to Blend; If You'd Like an Extra-Sour Flavor, Cover Mixture With Plastic Wrap and Let Stand in a Warm Place 6-24 Hours (i Let Mine Go Six Hours) Until Bubbly and Sour, Even Boozy, Smelling. |
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2
Done
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Combine Yeast and Remaining Water in Small Bowl; Let Stand About 5 Minutes Until Foamy; Stir Into Sourdough Mixture; Add Whole-Wheat Flour, 1 3/4 Cups of the All-Purpose Flour, Salt, Sugar, and Caraway Seeds; Stir (in Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer on Low Speed) Until Dough Comes Together. |
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3
Done
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Knead 9-10 Minutes (in Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer on Speed #2) Until Dough Is Smooth and Springy; Add More All-Purpose Flour, a Tablespoon or Two at a Time During the Kneading Process as Necessary to Reduce Excess Stickiness (this Particular Dough Will Remain Somewhat Sticky); Cover and Let Rise About 1 - 1 1/2 Hours in a Warm Place Until Doubled. |
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4
Done
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Punch Down Dough and Knead a Few Strokes to Release Air; Shape Into a Round Loaf and Place on a Baking Stone or a Greasing Baking Sheet; Cover Loaf Lightly and Allow to Rise About 30 Minutes Until Almost Doubled. |
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5
Done
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Cut a Couple Small Slashes About 3/4" Deep on Top of Loaf; Spray Loaf With Water and Bake at 425 For 9 Minutes, Spraying Loaf After 3, 6, and 9 Minutes; Reduce Oven Temperature to 400 and Bake Another 20-25 Minutes Until Loaf Is Browned and Sounds Hollow When Tapped on the Bottom; Transfer Finished Loaf to Cooling Rack. |
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6
Done
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Note: If You Opt to Let Your Starter and Rye Combination Stand For Several Hours, You Can Get by Without the Additional Yeast ~ Just Plan on Increased Rising Times. |
