Ingredients
¼ozactive dry yeast,(2 packages)
½cupwater,(110 degrees F), warm
1½cupsmilk,lukewarm
2tbspwhite sugar
1tspsalt
½cupmolasses
2tbspbutter
3¼cupsrye flour
2½cupsbread flour
Preparation
Dissolve the yeast in warm water.
In a large bowl, combine the milk, sugar, and salt. Use a mixer to beat in molasses, butter, yeast mixture, and 1 cup of rye flour.
Use a wooden spoon to mix in the remaining rye flour. Add white flour by stirring until the dough is stiff enough to knead.
Knead for 5 to 10 minutes, adding flour as needed. If the dough sticks to the hands or the board, add more flour.
Cover dough and let rise 1 to 1½ hours or until double.
Punch down the dough and divide to form two round loaves. Let the loaves rise on a greased baking sheet for about 1½ hours until double.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
Serve warm and enjoy!
