Bran Bread

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups (315g) whole wheat flour
• 1 cup (60g) wheat bran
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar or honey
• 1 ½ tsp active dry yeast
• 1 cup (240ml) warm water (110°F/45°C)
• 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

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Instructions

1. Activate the Yeast:

   • In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar (or honey), and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.

2. Combine Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, wheat bran, and salt.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients:

   • Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

4. Knead the Dough:

   • Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8–10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

5. Let It Rise:

   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

6. Shape the Dough:

   • Punch the dough down and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise again for about 30–45 minutes.

7. Bake the Bread:

   • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the bread for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and it sounds hollow when tapped.

8. Cool and Serve:

   • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

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Nutritional Values (per slice, based on 12 slices)

• Calories: ~120 kcal
• Protein: ~4 g
• Carbohydrates: ~20 g
  • Sugars: ~2 g
  • Fiber: ~4 g
• Fats: ~2 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~0.3 g
• Cholesterol: ~0 mg
• Sodium: ~150 mg