Sunflower−Oatmeal Bread

Instructions

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   This makes a 2-pound loaf.

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   Ingredients for a 1 1/2-pound loaf are in parentheses. 1 1/2 cups water (1 1/4 cups) 2 tablespoons oil (1 tablespoon) 1/4 cup honey (3 tablespoons) 2/3 cup uncooked oatmeal (1/2 cup) 1 1/2 cups bread flour (1 cup) 1/4 cup nonfat dry milk (3 tablespoons) 2 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 1/2 teaspoons) 1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds (1/3 cup) Place first seven ingredients in bread pan in order listed or according to manufacturer's directions.

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   Add sunflower seeds at the fruit and nut signal.

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   When adding the yeast last, make a small well with your finger to place the yeast.

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   This will ensure the proper timing of the yeast reaction.

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   Process at the Basic (Standard) or Rapid cycle, or according to manufacturer's directions.