Cock-A-Leekie-Herb-Bread (A-B-M Dough Cycle) Recipe

Name: Cock-A-Leekie-Herb-Bread (A-B-M Dough Cycle)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups water; 3 tablespoons water (ADDITIONAL); 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules (dissolved in water above, or substitute 2 chicken bouillon cubes, dissolved in water); 2 tablespoons bacon grease (for flavor, melted ~ or substitute melted butter); 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 ½ cups bread flour; 1 cup whole wheat flour; ½ cup rye flour; ½ cup instant potato flakes; 2 ½ tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons dry buttermilk; 1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten; 1 teaspoon vital wheat gluten (additional); ½ cup carrot (shredded or grated fine); 6 -8 prunes (chopped ~ OPTIONAL, or substitute 1/2 cup dried cranberries); 2 tablespoons dried leeks (dried onions, or dried chives could be substituted); 2 teaspoons parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme); 1 teaspoon celery seed; ½ teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed); ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper (use less if desired!); 1 teaspoon salt; 3 teaspoons bread machine yeast; 1 tablespoon butter (Melted ~ for SOFT CRUST after bread has baked!)

Bake this irresistible Cock-A-Leekie-Herb-Bread (A-B-M Dough Cycle) at home. Made with water, water, chicken bouillon granules and bacon. Easy step-by-s…

This Cock-A-Leekie-Herb-Bread (A-B-M Dough Cycle) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as water, water (additional), lemon juice and bread flour. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 515 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 ¼ cups water
3 tablespoons water (ADDITIONAL)
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules (dissolved in water above, or substitute 2 chicken bouillon cubes, dissolved in water)
2 tablespoons bacon grease (for flavor, melted ~ or substitute melted butter)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 ½ cups bread flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
½ cup rye flour
½ cup instant potato flakes
2 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons dry buttermilk
1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten
1 teaspoon vital wheat gluten (additional)
½ cup carrot (shredded or grated fine)
6 -8 prunes (chopped ~ OPTIONAL, or substitute 1/2 cup dried cranberries)
2 tablespoons dried leeks (dried onions, or dried chives could be substituted)
2 teaspoons parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme)
1 teaspoon celery seed
½ teaspoon dried rosemary (crushed)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons ground black pepper (use less if desired!)
1 teaspoon salt
3 teaspoons bread machine yeast
1 tablespoon butter (Melted ~ for SOFT CRUST after bread has baked!)

1
Place the first five (5) ingredients into pan of automatic bread machine.
2
Combine bread flour, whole wheat flour, rye flour, instant potato flakes, brown sugar, buttermilk powder, vital wheat gluten, shredded carrots, optional prunes or dried cranberries, dried leeks, parsley flakes, thyme leaves, celery seeds, rosemary, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a large bowl.
3
Spoon flour mixture into water mixture in pan of automatic bread machine.
4
On top of flour mixture, add salt to one corner of automatic bread machine.
5
On top of flour mixture, add yeast to opposite corner of automatic bread machine.
6
For a LOAF to be baked in a 375F oven (350F Pyrex or Dark Metal Pan): Select DOUGH CYCLE on automatic bread machine.
7
When DOUGH CYCLE is complete, remove dough to a flat surface sprayed with cooking spray ~ for a LOAF: flatten dough to about 12 x 15 inches to remove some of the air (punch down) ~ roll dough tightly (pinch seams) to fit into a 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 metal loaf pan sprayed with cooking spray.
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Cover with cling film and LET DOUGH RISE UNTIL DOUBLE.
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(If desired do a very shallow slash in dough BEFORE or AFTER last rise.
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PREHEAT OVEN TO 375F (350F for PYREX OR DARK METAL PAN) ~ bake for 20 minutes ~ TENT WITH ALUMINUM FOIL ~ bake an additional 10-15 minutes.
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(Total bake time 30-35 minutes).
13
Remove from pan and cool 30 minutes on a wire rack ~ For a SOFT OUTSIDE CRUST, brush bread ALL OVER with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
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NOTES FOR SUCCESSFUL BREAD: 1) Use fresh yeast!
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~ 2) Better to use cool water than water that is too hot!
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HOT WATER KILLS YEAST!
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~ 3) Please allow for an ADEQUATE SECOND RISE or your bread will be heavy and dense!
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~ 4) BAKE IN YOUR BREAD MACHINE AT YOUR OWN RISK!
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I successfully bake in my oven after a proper second rise!

515

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ¼ cups water, 3 tablespoons water (ADDITIONAL), 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules (dissolved in water above, or substitute 2 chicken bouillon cubes, dissolved in water), 2 tablespoons bacon grease (for flavor, melted ~ or substitute melted butter), and more.

Yes, Cock-A-Leekie-Herb-Bread (A-B-M Dough Cycle) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
515 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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