Aunt Jane's Brown Bread Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
• STEP 3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, molasses, and vegetable oil.
• STEP 4.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• STEP 5.Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
• STEP 6.Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
• STEP 8.Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
• STEP 9.Serve the Aunt Jane's Brown Bread with butter or jam.
• STEP 10.Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For a slightly sweeter bread, you can add a tablespoon of honey to the wet ingredients.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
• To make the bread more nutritious, you can add a handful of chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter before baking.

Storage and Serving

• To store the bread, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in a resealable plastic bag.
• You can freeze the bread for longer storage. Slice it before freezing and thaw individual slices as needed.
• Serve the Aunt Jane's Brown Bread as a side dish with soups, stews, or chili.
• It also makes a delicious breakfast when toasted and topped with cream cheese or peanut butter.