Icelandic Thunder Bread Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, mix together rye flour, whole wheat flour, sugar, and baking powder.
• STEP 2.Gradually add buttermilk to the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
• STEP 3.Transfer the dough to a greased pot or casserole dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
• STEP 4.Dig a hole in the ground, about 2 feet deep, and place the pot in the hole.
• STEP 5.Cover the pot with soil, making sure it is completely sealed.
• STEP 6.Leave the bread to cook underground for 24 hours.
• STEP 7.After 24 hours, carefully remove the pot from the ground and let it cool for a few minutes.
• STEP 8.Remove the bread from the pot and slice it into thick slices.
• STEP 9.Serve the Icelandic Thunder Bread warm with butter or smoked fish.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use a pot or casserole dish that can withstand high heat.
• If you don't have access to geothermal heat, you can bake the bread in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour.
• For added flavor, you can sprinkle some caraway seeds or oats on top of the bread before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Icelandic Thunder Bread is best served warm.
• Leftover bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
• To reheat the bread, wrap it in aluminum foil and warm it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.