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Ingredients
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Whole Grain Pepper Jack Bread Ingredients
Method
Bread Preparation Directions
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and honey. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt. Mix well to ensure the salt is evenly distributed.
Combine Ingredients
Add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Incorporate Cheese
Fold in the shredded pepper jack cheese and black pepper until evenly distributed.
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Dough
Punch down the risen dough, then shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf into a greased bread pan.
Second Rise
Cover the loaf with a cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it has risen above the edge of the pan.
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the Bread
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Cool
Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.