Ingredients:
- 500 g rye flour or wheat flour (depending on preference)
- 100 g chopped walnuts
- 1 packet of dry yeast or 25 g of fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
- 300 ml of lukewarm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional)
Preparation:
- Yeast preparation :
If using fresh yeast, dissolve it in some of the lukewarm water with honey or sugar and let it rest for about 10 minutes until it foams. - Make the dough :
Place the flour in a large bowl. Add salt, olive oil (if using) and the dissolved yeast. Gradually add the remaining water until you have a smooth dough. - Incorporate walnuts :
Knead the chopped walnuts evenly into the dough. The dough should be elastic but not too sticky. If necessary, add a little flour or water. - Let the dough rise :
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, until it has doubled in volume. - Forming and letting it rest :
Knead the dough again briefly, shape it into a loaf and place it on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Alternatively, you can use a bread tin. Let it rest for another 30 minutes. - Baking :
Preheat the oven to 220°C (top/bottom heat). Place a bowl of water on the bottom of the oven to create steam – this will make the crust crispy. Bake the bread for about 35-40 minutes until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. - Allow to cool :
Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing.
Tip:
This bread goes perfectly with savory toppings like cheese or sweet spreads like honey – and of course on its own with butter!