12.06.2010

medieval herb bread

prep time:  3 hours
cook time:  50 minutes
servings:  tbd

ingredients:
2 packages yeast
2 cups warm water
6 eggs + 1 for top
1 1/4 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons oil
1 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
2/3 cup cilantro
8 cups flour

steps:
1.  dissolve yeast in water.  combine eggs, salt, oil, herbs and 3 cups flour.  add yeast and mix well.  add more flour to make dough and knead on floured board for 10 minutes.  place in greased bowl and cover.  let rise for 1 1/2 hours on warm place.

2.  shape into 2 loaves on cookie sheet. cover loosely and let rise for 45 minutes.

3.  brush with egg and bake for 50 minutes at 375 degrees.

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1 comment:

  1. the bread was good, but definitely needed more herbs and more salt. a little dry.

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