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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons yeast (active dry yeast)
  • 1 cup water, warm
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1/3 cup wheat germ, toasted
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Method

  • In a small measuring cup add warm water, yeast and honey, stir well,set aside for 10 minutes until foamy.
  • In a skillet toast wheat germ, on medium heat for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly, cool.
  • Either in a food processor or stand mixer add flour, whole wheat flour, cornmeal, salt and cooled wheat germ.
  • Add olive oil and proofed yeast mix well. Mix until a smooth ball forms.
  • Take out of mixer and knead on slightly floured board (4-5 minutes).
  • Put dough in a large greased bowl and cover with a clean towel.
  • Let rise in a warm place for 60 minutes until double in bulk.
  • Punch down and form into loaf, placing in a well greased 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  • Bake at 375°F for 25 minutes.
  • Take out of oven brush with butter, let cool on wire rack.