Brown Soda Bread
"Why this recipe works:To make a brown soda bread with good wheaty flavor but not a gummy, dense texture, we started by finding the right ratio of whole-wheat to all-purpose flour. Toasted wheat germ bumps up the sweet, nutty flavor of the whole wheat and adds texture. Baking powder, in addition to the traditional baking soda, guarantees a hearty—not heavy—loaf. A touch of sugar and a few tablespoons of butter keep our bread wholesome but not health-foody, and brushing a portion of the melted butter on the loaf after baking gives it a rich crust...."
INGREDIENTS
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Makes 1 loaf
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Ingredients 2 cups (10 ounces) all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups (8 1/4 ounces) whole-wheat flour
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1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
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3 tablespoons sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 3/4 cups buttermilk
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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