Sunday, May 6, 2012

OLD FASHION SWEDISH RYE BREAD


2 pkgs active dry yeast
2 cups warm (105-115 degrees) water, divided
1/2 cup sugar
3 tbsp molasses
2 cups rye flour
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup shortening, melted
2 tsp salt

Dissolve the yeast in 1 cup of the warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Combine the remaining 1 cup of water, sugar, and molasses in a large bowl then add the yeast mixture, mixing well. Add the rye flour, mixing well. Gradually add the all-purpose flour. Add shortening and salt, mixing well.

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