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60-Minute Bread (no kidding!)

Okay, so it’s more like 65 or 70 minutes. A cross between a yeasted and a soda bread, this is one of the best, all-purpose, and FAST breads on the planet.



Ingredients
1/2 cup lukewarm water
1 1/4-ounce package (about 1 tablespoon) active dry yeast
1 cup milk
1 cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
2 cups whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons flavorless vegetable oil
3 cups (approximately) unbleached flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions
Dissolve the yeast: pour water into a small bowl. Stir in the yeast. Set aside for 5 minutes.

Warm the milk and yogurt: gently heat the milk and yogurt to body temperature. Add yeast mixture and honey. Mix in the whole wheat flour until smooth. Cover and set in a warm spot for 15 minutes.

Add the oil and dry ingredients: stir in oil. In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups unbleached flour with salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Add gradually to the dough, stirring well. Add more flour as needed.

Knead the dough: turn out onto a floured surface. Knead for 5 minutes. Keep adding flour to prevent sticking.

Shape the loaves: divide dough in half and shape into round loaves. Place on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet.

Rest and bake: let rest for 10 minutes. Make 3–4 slashes on top of each loaf. Bake at 425°f (218°c) for 30 minutes.

Cool and slice: cool for 30 minutes on a rack before slicing.

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If you’ve ever felt frustrated with gardening—I’ve been there. When I started over 40 years ago, I was full of self-doubt. But with time (and plenty of compost), I found my way. I even co-authored the New York Times bestseller Chicken Soup for the Gardener’s Soul—and now I help gardeners around the world grow with more confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or starting over, I’m here to help. Every gardener has a dream. And since you’re here, I believe you have one, too. Welcome.

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