Golden Caraway Rye Bread Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine rye flour, all-purpose flour, caraway seeds, salt, and yeast.
• STEP 2.Add warm water and honey to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
• STEP 3.Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• STEP 4.Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
• STEP 5.Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
• STEP 6.Cover the loaf pan with a kitchen towel and let the dough rise for another 30 minutes.
• STEP 7.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• STEP 8.Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
• STEP 9.Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
• STEP 10.Store the bread in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• STEP 11.Serve the Golden Caraway Rye Bread sliced and enjoy it as a sandwich bread or with your favorite spreads.

Cooking Tips

• For a stronger caraway flavor, lightly toast the caraway seeds before adding them to the dough.
• Make sure the water used to activate the yeast is warm, around 110°F (43°C), to ensure proper yeast activation.
• To check if the bread is fully baked, tap the bottom of the loaf with your fingers. It should sound hollow.

Storage and Serving

• Store the bread in an airtight container or bag at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To keep the bread fresh for longer, you can freeze it. Slice the bread before freezing and thaw individual slices as needed.
• Serve the Golden Caraway Rye Bread sliced and enjoy it as a sandwich bread or with your favorite spreads.