Period-Style Almost-White Bread Recipe

Name: Period-Style Almost-White Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons lard; 1 (7 g) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp); ¼ cup warm water; 1 tablespoon malt syrup; 1 teaspoon table salt; 14-⅓ cup flaked wheat germ; ¾ cup stone ground whole wheat flour; 5 -6 cups bread flour; ½ cup ice cube

Servings: persons

1
Put 2 tbsp butter into 2 c water.
2
Microwave until butter melts.
3
Set aside until it cools to lukewarm.
4
Combine yeast, 1/4 c warm water and malt syrup.
5
Set aside until bubbly, 5-10 minutes.
6
Add yeast to water and butter.
7
Stir in salt, wheat germ and whole wheat flour.
8
Add bread flour until you have a soft, cohesive dough.
9
Knead thoroughly (at least 300 strokes), until springy and satiny.
10
Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and set in a moderately warm place until doubled in size, 60-90 minutes.
11
Punch dough down, turn out of bowl, and knead 10-15 times.
12
Shape into 20 rolls, 8 small loaves or 4 large loaves.
13
Place on greased baking sheets.
14
Cover with towels and let rise again, about 45 minutes.
15
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425F with an empty baking sheet or roasting pan in the bottom of the oven.
16
When risen, place breads in oven, pour ice cubes into hot pan, and quickly close the door.
17
Bake rolls 12-15 minutes, loaves 20-30 minutes -- until crusty, brown, and hollow-sounding when the underside is thumped.
18
If you have a small instant read thermometer, the interior temperature should be 205-210F when done.

578

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons lard, 1 (7 g) packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp), ¼ cup warm water, and more.

Yes, Period-Style Almost-White 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!

Period-Style Almost-White Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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