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Dijon Thyme Loaf

A soft, flavorful loaf with Dijon and thyme, perfect for sandwiches. Sourdough-like texture with a unique twist.
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Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:27 minutes
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Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl, Medium mixing bowl, 8x4 inch loaf pan, Wire rack, Measuring cups and spoons, Plastic wrap.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon 21 g agave nectar
  • ¼ cup 60 g Dijon mustard, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1¼ cups 150 g bread flour
  • ½ teaspoon canola oil to coat bowl
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • ¾ cup 180 ml water, heated to 100°F (38°C)
  • 1¼ cups 150 g white whole wheat or regular whole wheat flour
  • 1½ teaspoons active dry yeast

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine warm water, agave, and yeast.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes until foamy.
  • In a large bowl, combine flours, thyme, and salt.
  • Add mustard and olive oil to the yeast mixture.
  • Stir wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  • Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface.
  • Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and pliable.
  • Add flour as needed if dough is too wet.
  • Shape dough into a ball.
  • Lightly coat a large bowl with canola oil.
  • Turn dough to coat, cover, and let rise for 90 minutes.
  • Lightly coat an 8x4 inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  • Punch down the dough.
  • Press dough into the prepared pan.
  • Loosely cover with plastic wrap.
  • Let rise for 60 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Remove plastic wrap.
  • Bake for 26-28 minutes until golden brown and hollow-sounding.
  • Let cool on a wire rack.

Notes & Wine Advice

Serving Tip:

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Excellent for sandwiches or toasted with butter.

Wine Advice:

A light-bodied white wine, such as a dry Riesling or Pinot Grigio.

Nutrition values

Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 5 g | Sugar: 3 g
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Course; Basic recipe / Bread
Cuisine; International
Diets; Vegetarian