John's Onion Dilly Bread Recipe

Name: John's Onion Dilly Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups bread flour; 1 ½ tablespoons fast-rising active dry yeast; 2 teaspoons salt; ¼ cup sugar; 2 ¼ cups low-fat milk; 14 lb butter; 3 large eggs; 3 tablespoons dill seeds; 1 tablespoon dry dill weed; ¼ cup instant minced onion; 1 tablespoon fresh coarse ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Using a heavy duty mixer, combine all dry ingredients with 4 cups of the flour.
2
Place milk & butter in a microwave bowl & heat on HIGH for 3 1/2 minute or until mixture reaches 115 degrees.
3
In a separate bowl beat eggs to a froth.
4
Using a dough hook at low speed, combine heated milk/butter combo & dry ingredients in mixer bowl, then add beaten eggs.
5
Continue to knead at low speed while slowly adding (in 1/2 cup increments) remaining flour until dough begins to release from sides of bowl.
6
Place dough in a greased bowl covered with a dishtowel & let rise until double in volume.
7
Punch down & let rest for 10 minutes.
8
After resting divide into loaves of desired size & let rise again until double in size.
9
Bake at 375 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes.
10
After removing from the oven, brush loaves with melted butter.
11
Time does not include rising time.

12496

kcal

Calories

1300

Fat

210

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups bread flour, 1 ½ tablespoons fast-rising active dry yeast, 2 teaspoons salt, ¼ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, John's Onion Dilly 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

John's Onion Dilly Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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