Because the wheat and rye are whole-grain, the bran in them degrades the gluten structure of the bread, which prevents the bread rising properly. To offset that tendency, the recipe adds gluten flour. This is the mysterious difference alluded to in the title. Caraway, anise, and orange rind give this bread its unique and wonderful… Continue reading Swedish Rye Bread…with a difference (The Vegetarian Epicure)
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Monday Pumpernickel (The Vegetarian Epicure)
When I was 18 and a member of my college choir, I was invited to a dinner party, joining with a group of my fellow singers at one member’s house. We sat around the table, and when the basket of warm bread was passed around, I took a piece and ate it with butter. It… Continue reading Monday Pumpernickel (The Vegetarian Epicure)
