Nordic Rye Bread with Caraway Seeds

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This European-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs rye flour, all-purpose flour, active dry yeast for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 12 European cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast in 1 1/4 cups warm water (110°F). Let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups rye flour, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp toasted caraway seeds. Stir to mix evenly.
  3. Step 3: Add the yeast mixture, 2 tbsp molasses, and 1 tbsp olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms.
  4. Step 4: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, adding flour as needed, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Step 5: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in size.
  6. Step 6: Preheat oven to 375°F. Punch down the dough and shape into a round loaf. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Step 7: Score the top with a sharp knife and bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is firm and a tap sounds hollow.
  8. Step 8: Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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