German Dark Rye Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   In large mixer bowl, combine all-purpose flour, yeast, cocoa and caraway seed until well blended.

2. 2

   In a saucepan, combine water, molasses, butter, sugar and salt.

3. 3

   Heat until just warm, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Add to dry mixture.

5. 5

   Beat at low speed with electric mixer for 1/2 minute, scraping sides of bowl constantly.

6. 6

   Beat 3 minutes at high speed.

7. 7

   By hand, stir in enough rye flour to make a soft dough.

8. 8

   Turn onto floured surface.

9. 9

   Knead until smooth, about 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Let sit 20 minutes.

11. 11

    Punch down and divide dough in half.

12. 12

    Shape each half into a round loaf.

13. 13

    Place in greased 8-inch pie plates.

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    Brush surface of loaves with a little cooking oil.

15. 15

    Slash tops of loaves with sharp knife.

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    Let rise until double, 45 to 60 minutes.

17. 17

    Bake in a 400 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes.

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    Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

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    Makes 2 loaves.