Classic Flax Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Set aside 1 cup flour.
2. 2
   Mix remaining flour, flax seed, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Heat water, milk, and oil until hot to the touch (about 125-130°F) but DO NOT BOIL.
4. 4
   Stir milk mixture into dry mixture. Mix in enough reserved flour to make a soft dough that does not stick to the bowl.
5. 5
   Turn out onto floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
6. 6
   Cover dough and let rest 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Divide dough in 1/2 and shape into loaves.
8. 8
   Place into 2 greased (8 1/2 inch x 4 1/2 inch) loaf pans.
9. 9
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until dough has doubled in volume (about 40-50 minutes).
10. 10
    Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F for 30-35 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.