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Making Delicious Whole-Grain No-Knead Bread at Home
Baking your own bread using freshly ground whole grain flour can be a rewarding experience. Here's a simple recipe for a whole-grain no-knead bread that uses the Fidibus 21 Grain Mill.
Ingredients: - 3 cups freshly ground whole wheat flour (using your Fidibus 21) - 1 ½ tsp salt (or to taste) - ½ tsp SAF instant yeast - 1 ½ cups warm water
Instructions:
- Combine the flour, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
- Add warm water and stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms. No kneading is needed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel and let sit at room temperature for 12-18 hours, until bubbly and risen.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and place a heavy lidded Dutch oven inside to heat.
- Turn the dough onto a well-floured surface, shape into a rough ball, and carefully place it into the hot Dutch oven.
- Cover and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the lid and bake another 10-15 minutes until the crust is deeply browned.
- Cool on a rack before slicing.
The Perfect Grain for Daily Whole-Grain Bread
Organic wheat berries are most widely recommended for whole-grain bread due to their balanced flavor and good rise when freshly milled. Other grains like spelt or rye can be used but may require recipe adjustments in hydration and fermentation time. Milling fresh organic wheat berries with a Fidibus 21 ensures maximum flavor and nutritional value.
Tips for Success:
- Oil or flour should be used on a clean surface when forming the loaf.
- The dough should rise for 1 - 2 hours till about double in size.
- A loaf pan or a heavy lidded Dutch oven can be used for baking. The Kaiser Laforme Plus Loaf Pan is a non-sticking option.
This recipe balances ease with quality and freshness to make excellent whole-grain bread daily. Enjoy the taste and benefits of homemade bread made with freshly ground whole grain flour!
| Step | Details | |-----------------|-----------------------------------------| | Grain | Organic wheat berries (fresh milled) | | Milling tool | Fidibus 21 Grain Mill | | Hydration | ~1.5 cups water per 3 cups flour | | Yeast | ½ tsp SAF instant yeast | | Rise time | 12-18 hours no knead fermentation | | Baking | 30 min covered + 10-15 min uncovered @ 450°F|
- Embracing a healthy lifestyle and cooking at home, consider incorporating organic whole grains into your food-and-drink repertoire for a nutritious twist.
- For those passionate about organic food-and-drink, investing in the Fidibus 21 Grain Mill can enhance your home-and-garden lifestyle by offering fresher, more nutritious whole-grain flour for your cooking.
- Navigate the world of healthy-cooking by experimenting with different organic grains, such as spelt or rye, while balancing flavor, texture, and rise in your dishes.
