Ingredients

  • 1/3 to 1/2 c. whole wheat kernels
  • enough water to cover kernels
  • 2 c. low-fat milk (105~ to 115~)
  • 2 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. oil
  • 8 oz. cottage cheese
  • 3 c. whole wheat flour
  • 3 c. all-purpose flour

Method

  • Cover whole wheat kernels with water. Soak 2 to 4 hours. Drain.
  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add salt, oil and cottage cheese. Blend. Add 1/2 wheat kernels, all whole wheat flour and most of the all-purpose flour.
  • Mix.
  • Knead dough until smooth. Cover and let rise in warm place 40 minutes. Turn out onto lightly floured board.
  • Knead.
  • Cut into 20 even pieces. Form rolls.
  • Put on cookie sheets.
  • Let rise 20 minutes. Brush rolls with warm water.
  • Sprinkle with remaining, slightly crushed wheat kernels.
  • Bake at 400° for 15 minutes. Remove, cover and cool.
  • Makes 20 rolls