Vort Limpa Favorite Christmas Bread Recipe

Name: Vort Limpa Favorite Christmas Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. stout or ale (can use Coke); 1 Tbsp. anise seed, finely crushed; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 1/2 c. dark corn syrup or light Brer Rabbit molasses; grated rind of one orange; 1/4 c. sugar; 1/4 tsp. salt; 4 c. sifted all-purpose flour; 2 c. sifted medium rye flour; 1 cake compressed yeast or 1 pkg. dry yeast (as directed when using dry yeast); 1/4 c. lukewarm water

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. stout or ale (can use Coke)
1 Tbsp. anise seed, finely crushed
2 Tbsp. shortening
1/2 c. dark corn syrup or light Brer Rabbit molasses
grated rind of one orange
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
2 c. sifted medium rye flour
1 cake compressed yeast or 1 pkg. dry yeast (as directed when using dry yeast)
1/4 c. lukewarm water

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Mix stout or ale, anise seed and shortening in saucepan; heat to lukewarm.
2
Pour into large mixing bowl.
3
Add sugar, orange rind, syrup and salt.
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Mix well.
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Add 2 cups white flour and 1 cup rye flour.
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Beat until smooth.
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Dissolve yeast in warm water and add to first mixture.
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Beat until thoroughly mixed; add remaining flour. Turn dough out on lightly floured board.
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Knead until smooth and satiny (elastic to the touch) using only enough flour to keep from sticking to hands.
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This must be done quickly, but thoroughly. Place in well-greased large bowl.
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Turn dough over to grease both sides of dough.
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Cover and let rise until double in bulk.
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Putting bowl over warm (not too hot) water quickens rising.
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Let rise about 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until double in bulk.
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Shape into two loaves about 12-inches long.
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Place in greased pans.
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Can be baked on large cookie sheet, greased; grease between loaves, place loaves close together.
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Let rise until double in bulk, about 1 hour.
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Bake in moderate oven preheated to 350u00b0 about 45 to 60 minutes.
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Remove from oven at once and turn out on cloth covered board.
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Brush lightly with hot water.
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Cover and let cool.
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This recipe came from Sweden.
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Seems complicated, but very simple once you've made it.

1394

kcal

Calories

Fat

294

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

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: 1 1/2 c. stout or ale (can use Coke), 1 Tbsp. anise seed, finely crushed, 2 Tbsp. shortening, 1/2 c. dark corn syrup or light Brer Rabbit molasses, and more.

Yes, Vort Limpa Favorite Christmas 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!

Vort Limpa Favorite Christmas Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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