Wheat Yeast Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In saucepan over low heat, combine milk & molasses.
2. 2
   Heat to 105F
3. 3
   Remove from heat & sprinkle yeast on top; allow to stand until foamy (10 minutes).
4. 4
   In large bowl, stir together 2 c wheat flour, 1 c whole-wheat flour, 1/2 c rolled oats, flax seed meal, and salt.
5. 5
   Whisk 1 T egg white into yeast mixture & add to bowl.
6. 6
   Mix well until sticky dough forms.
7. 7
   Continue to mix, adding small amount of wheat flour until dough becomes smooth ball.
8. 8
   Knead until smooth and elastic (10-20 minutes); add flour to reduce stickiness.
9. 9
   Form dough into ball & place in lightly oiled bowl turning to coat with oil.
10. 10
    Cover with towel & allow to rise 1 hr in warm place until doubled in size (1 hr).
11. 11
    Lightly oil 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
12. 12
    Punch dough down & let rest 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Turn dough onto lightly floured bread board & sprinkle with 1/3 c sunflower seeds.
14. 14
    Knead until seeds are evenly distributed.
15. 15
    Roll dough into a 12x7 rectangle & beginning on the short side, roll up loosely & pinch seam to seal.
16. 16
    Place seam-side down in, cover with towel & allow to rise 30 minutes until doubled in size.
17. 17
    Preheat oven to 350F
18. 18
    In small bowl, lightly beat egg white w/ 2 T water.
19. 19
    Brush top of loaf with egg mixture & sprinkle with oats & sunflower seeds.
20. 20
    Bake 40-45 minutes until golden & hollow sounding when tapped.