Wild Rice Bread Recipe

Name: Wild Rice Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice; 8 1/2 cups water, divided; 1 tablespoon yeast (or 1 pkg.); 1/4 cup sugar, plus; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 3 tablespoons shortening, softened; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 cup natural bran; 1 cup raw sunflower seeds; 1 1/2 cups sunny boy cereal or 1 1/2 cups seven-grain cereal; 1 1/2 cups rolled oats; 11 cups flour (approx)

Servings: persons

1 cup wild rice
8 1/2 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon yeast (or 1 pkg.)
1/4 cup sugar, plus
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup molasses
3 tablespoons shortening, softened
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup natural bran
1 cup raw sunflower seeds
1 1/2 cups sunny boy cereal or 1 1/2 cups seven-grain cereal
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
11 cups flour (approx)

1
In a saucepan boil rice in 4 cups water and cook until rice is tender(approx 40-50 minutes).
2
Drain and cool.
3
Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water and 1 teaspoon sugar.
4
Add enough flour to make a thin paste.
5
Set in a warm place for about 10-15 minutes.
6
In a large bowl mix: 4 cups warm water.1/4 cup sugar,molasses,shortening,salt,natural bran,sunflower seeds.
7
Add yeast mixture,the cooled rice,sunny boy cereal and rolled oats.
8
Add approximately 10 cups white flour,( starting with less) or sufficient to make bread dough and knead the dough well.
9
Let rise until double in size (about 2 hours).
10
Punch down and form into loaves and again let rise until double in size.
11
Bake in 375degreeF for 25-30 minutes or until bread is done. Check by tapping on the base of the loaf with knuckles. If bread sounds hollow it will be done.
12
Recipe should make about 4-6 loaves depending on size and shape.
13
Note; recipe can be halved using still 1 tablespoon yeast but halving all other ingredients.
14
Prep time includes cooking and standing time,approx.

1903

kcal

Calories

Fat

335

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup wild rice, 8 1/2 cups water, divided, 1 tablespoon yeast (or 1 pkg.), 1/4 cup sugar, plus, and more.

Yes, Wild Rice 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!

Wild Rice Bread

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Variations & substitutions

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