Whole Grain Loaf Recipe

Name: Whole Grain Loaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 14 ounces active dry yeast; ½ cup warm water; ½ cup low-fat small-curd cottage cheese; ¼ cup honey; 2 tablespoons oil (not olive); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1 ½ cups general purpose white flour; ½ cup whole wheat flour; ¼ cup rye flour; ¼ cup oats (optional); ¼ cup toasted wheat germ; 12-1 cup general purpose white flour, as needed; 2 tablespoons cornmeal (approx.); 1 egg white; 2 tablespoons cold water; 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (approx.)

Servings: persons

1 14 ounces active dry yeast
½ cup warm water
½ cup low-fat small-curd cottage cheese
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons oil (not olive)
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 ½ cups general purpose white flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup rye flour
¼ cup oats (optional)
¼ cup toasted wheat germ
12-1 cup general purpose white flour, as needed
2 tablespoons cornmeal (approx.)
1 egg white
2 tablespoons cold water
2 teaspoons sesame seeds (approx.)

1
Gently blend yeast into warm water until dissolved.
2
Add cottage cheese, honey, oil, salt, egg and 1-1/2 cups white general purpose flour.
3
Beat with wooden spoon until smooth.
4
Gradually beat in whole wheat flour, rye flour, oats (if using) and wheat germ.
5
Add additional all-purpose flour as needed to make a soft dough (she used about a 1/2 cup).
6
Knead about 8-10 minutes.
7
Place in a greased bowl, turning dough so that the top is greased, too.
8
Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for about 75 minutes.
9
Punch down dough and let it rest for 10 minutes.
10
Shape dough into a ball.
11
Grease a baking sheet (cookie sheet will work).
12
Cover baking sheet lightly with cornmeal.
13
Place loaf on prepared baking sheet.
14
Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
15
Beat an egg white with 2 tablespoons of cold water.
16
Brush this mixture over the loaf.
17
Sprinkle loaf with sesame seeds, if desired.
18
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

1617

kcal

Calories

Fat

297

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 14 ounces active dry yeast, ½ cup warm water, ½ cup low-fat small-curd cottage cheese, ¼ cup honey, and more.

Yes, Whole Grain Loaf falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Whole Grain Loaf

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