Whole Wheat French Bread Recipe

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   Put all flour in mixer bowl (except 1 c. white and 1/2 c. whole wheat).

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   Add in salt and fast rise yeast.

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   Put water, sugar and butter in measure cap.

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   Heat butter and cold to 120 degrees.

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   (Kitchen Aid Mixer) Using mixer with dough hook; mix flours on low (#2) 30 seconds.

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   Add in liquid gradually over 1 minute while mixer on low (#2) plus 1 more minute.

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   Continue on low (#2) add in 1/2 c. flour at a time as needed (about 5 min).

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   When dough clings to hook, knead for 7-10 min (#2).

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   Then put in greased bowl.

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    Let rise to double in bulk.

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    Knock down and knead 2 min.

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    Let rise again.

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    Form into 4 long loaves.

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    Place on greased baking sheet sprinkled with corn meal.

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    Brush with water.

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    Let rise.

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    Brush with glaze.

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    Bake at 375 degrees for 20 min.

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    Brush with glaze.

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    Bake 20-25 min longer.

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    Egg White Glaze: 1 egg white and 2 Tbsp.

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    water.

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    Mix well.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.