Swiss Bread

Directions

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   Dissolve yeast in a
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   little
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   of
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   the
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   warm water.
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   When well mixed, add the rest
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   of the water, salt and rye flour and mix well.
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   Add the white
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   flour,
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    a
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    little
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    at a time, mixing well after each addition
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    until
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    a
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    fairly stiff dough.
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    Cover dough and let stand at least 1 1/2 hours or until doubled.
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    On floured board,
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    turn dough and knead until smooth.
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    Divide in 2.
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    Form each part into a round ball.
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    Place on greased cookie sheet.
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    With a knife, make a cross on top of each loaf.
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    Cover and let
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    rise until
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    double.
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    Bake
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    in 400° oven for 25 to 30 minutes.