Description
A nutritious recipe for homemade Ezekiel Bread, known for its wholesome ingredients and health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups wheat flour
- 4 cups barley flour
- 2 cups lentils cooked and mashed
- 1/2 cup millet flour (grind up millet in the blender)
- 1/4 cup rye flour
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 4–6 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/4 ounce packets yeast (or 1 tablespoon yeast)
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast in warm water and honey, let sit for 10 minutes.
- Mix wheat, barley, millet, and rye flour together.
- Blend lentils, oil, and a small amount of water in a blender, then combine with remaining water in a large bowl.
- Stir in two cups of the mixed flour, then add yeast mixture.
- Gradually add remaining salt and flour, kneading until smooth.
- Place dough in an oiled bowl and let rise until doubled in size.
- Punch down dough, shape into 4 loaves, and place in greased pans.
- Let rise again until doubled, then bake at 375°F for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Notes
- Ensure the lentils are well-cooked and mashed for a smooth consistency.
- You can adjust the amount of honey based on your sweetness preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Health
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg