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Swedish Rye Bread Recipe

This is a traditional Swedish rye bread recipe, perfect for a hearty and flavorful loaf.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: Swedish
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 180 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rye flour
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Caraway seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Molasses
  • 1 cup Warm water
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rye flour, all-purpose flour, caraway seeds, and salt.
  2. 2. Dissolve the molasses in warm water, then add the yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. 3. Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  4. 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. 6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  7. 7. Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it on a baking sheet.
  8. 8. Bake for 30 minutes or until the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
  9. 9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Rye Bread
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