Sourdough Pumpernickel

Vaquero Tim's Note:

A very strong pumpernickel taste.

• Total Time: 12 hrs 30 mins
• Prep Time: 12 hrs
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 2 Loaves

• ½ cup strong brewed coffee
• 2 tablespoons caraway seeds
• 2 cups rye flour
• 1 ½ cups sourdough starter , mix
• ½ cup molasses
• ¼ cup powdered milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening , melted
• ½ cup milk
• 2 ¾ cups bread flour or 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (¼ ounce) package active dry yeast or 2 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast , if starter is active you may not need this

Directions:

1. 1. In a bowl, pour boiling coffee over caraway seed. Cool and then add to 2 cups rye flour and sourdough starter mix; mix well. Let stand for 4 to 8 hours in a warm place.
2. 2. To the caraway mixture add molasses, powdered milk, salt, melted shortening, milk, flour, and yeast; mix well. Cover the bowl and let dough rise until doubled.
3. 3. Place dough on a floured surface and knead until dough is firm - one that will not flatten or spread. Shape dough into 2 round loaves; place on a baking sheet. Let rise until double again then bake at 350*F for 30 minutes, or until done.
4. Makes 2 loaves.