Canadian Rye Bread Recipe

Name: Canadian Rye Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 1/2 cups warm water; 3 tablespoons yeast; 1/4 cup shortening; 1 cup boiling water; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 1/2 cups rye flour; 4 cups white flour; 3 tablespoons caraway seeds (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 cups warm water
3 tablespoons yeast
1/4 cup shortening
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 cups rye flour
4 cups white flour
3 tablespoons caraway seeds (optional)

1
Dissolve yeast and sugar in water. Let rise for 10 minute In another bowl, combine the shortening, boiling water, molasses, brown sugar, and salt. Stir to mix.
2
Combine the yeast mixture with the second mixture. Knead in the flours (and caraway seed if using) until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
3
Place in greased bowl. Cover and let rise in a warm place until double in size.
4
Return to work surface and shape into 2 round loaves. Place on slightly greased baking sheet.
5
Slash the top of dough with a sharp knife. Cover with damp cloth and let rise for one hour. Bake at 375 for 35 to 40 minutes or until brown.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 1/2 cups warm water, 3 tablespoons yeast, 1/4 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Canadian Rye Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Canadian Rye Bread

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