Best 3 Farmers Bread Recipes
**Farmers' Bread: A Rustic Delight with Variations for Every Occasion**
With its golden-brown crust, chewy texture, and nutty flavor, farmers' bread is a hearty and versatile loaf that has been enjoyed for centuries. Its rustic charm makes it a perfect addition to any meal, whether it's a hearty breakfast, a casual lunch, or an elegant dinner. In this collection of recipes, we'll explore the classic farmers' bread, as well as some creative variations that add a unique twist to this timeless favorite. From a classic white loaf to a hearty whole wheat variation, and even a delightful rosemary and olive oil bread, these recipes offer something for every taste and occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking journey that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread.
FARMERS BREAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Lsweetnell
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add flour, dry yeast and salt to a mixing bowl and mix well. Add warm water and by hand mix to create a soft, sticky dough. Do not knead the dough, the less you knead the more airy the bread will be. When all ingredients are mixed, cover bowl with a towel and place on kitchen counter at room temperature for at least 16 hours. The dough should double in volume during this time. Once the fermentation cycle of the bread is complete and the dough surface is dotted with bubbles, lightly flour a work table and place dough on it. Flatten dough, fold into thirds and then fold into half. Gently form dough into a ball dust with flour. Cover with a cotton towel and let rise another 2 hours. Approximately 30 minutes before baking, place your Dutch oven in the oven and heat to 500 F. Place dough seam side down in Dutch oven, cover with lid and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove lid and bake additional 20 minutes to brown the bread. Remove bread from Dutch oven and let cool before cutting.
FARMER BREAD (BUREBROT)
From A Taste of Switzerland by Sue Style. I've adapted this to work for me; mostly by adding a bit more yeast, a bit less salt, and using bread flour instead of plain white flour. This is a dense, wheaty loaf, great for toasting and topping with some good rustic cheese. Having such a dense structure, it would also be a great dipper for a pot of cheese fondue!
Provided by IngridH
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h40m
Yield 1 loaf, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together the flours and salt. Add in the yeast.
- Add the water and buttermilk, and mix in an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook until the dough is fairly firm and does not stick to the side of the bowl.
- Rise at room temp until doubled in size.
- Heat oven to 425°F.
- Shape the dough into a long oval on a baking sheet. Cover with a towel, and allow to rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Cut a lattice pattern into the dough with a sharp knife. Place into the oven, and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until crusty.
BAUERNBROT (GERMAN FARMER BREAD)
German Farmer Bread similar to what is found in when purchasing Bauernbrot in a Bavarian bakery in Germany. Great with butter and cold cuts, or just plain butter. My sons' favorite is with salami and aged "Moon Cheese".
Provided by Grunig
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 1h50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dissolve yeast in water.
- Knead flour and salt into water mixture creating a smooth dough (Optimal when dough easily comes out of the mixing bowl).
- Let rise in a warm place for 20 min in a covered, greased bowl.
- Place a baking pan in bottom of oven and preheat to 480 Deg F.
- Reknead the dough for a short time and form into a loaf. (or 2, a shorter baking time will result).
- Place on a greased baking sheet (baking stone). Cover with damp cloth and let the dough rest until doubled in height (aprox 30-60 min) Tip: for a nicer crust brush the loaf with buttermilk, yogurt or coffee periodically. Do not let the surface of the dough dry out.
- Place the dough and with its baking sheet in the oven. Then pour some boiling water into the baking sheet that is already in the bottom of the oven. (to quickly create steam in the oven)
- Lower the oven temperature to 430 Deg F.
- Bake the loaf until desired brownness (40-60 min).
- To test for doneness, knock on bottom of loaf. If it produces a hollow sound it is ready to remove from oven and place on cooling rack until cool.
Tips:
- Use high-quality bread flour: Bread flour contains more gluten than all-purpose flour, which will produce a chewier, more rustic loaf of farmers bread.
- Autolyse the dough: Autolysing the dough means letting it rest for a period of time before adding the salt and yeast. This allows the flour and water to hydrate fully and develop flavor.
- Use a Dutch oven: Baking the bread in a Dutch oven creates a humid environment that helps the bread to rise and develop a crispy crust.
- Score the bread before baking: Scoring the bread before baking helps it to rise evenly and prevents it from cracking.
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing: Letting the bread cool completely before slicing will help it to retain its moisture and flavor.
Conclusion:
Farmers bread is a delicious, hearty bread that is perfect for everyday meals. It is relatively easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like your bread crusty or chewy, light or dark, farmers bread is a great option. So next time you're in the mood for some homemade bread, give this recipe a try!
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