Finnish Bread

Name: Finnish Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 2 loaves (12 slices each)
Ingredients: 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 2 cups warm water (110° to 115°); 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1/4 cup butter, melted, divided; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour

Total Time Prep: 20 min. + rising Bake: 40 min.

Yield 2 loaves (12 slices each)

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This recipe was brought over from Finland by pioneers who settled the area. We make this bread for a local festival that features foods from different countries.

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup butter, melted, divided
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
4-1/2 to 5 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add whole wheat flour, 2 tablespoons of butter, brown sugar, salt and 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch the dough down. Shape into two 6-in. rounds; place on a greased baking sheet. Cut slashes in top with a knife. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 40 minutes.
Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with remaining butter.

Nutrition Facts

1 slice: 122 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 217mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

This recipe was brought over from Finland by pioneers who settled the area. We make this bread for a local festival that features foods from different countries.

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