*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           WILD MUSHROOM BREAD

Recipe By     : ESSENCE OF EMERIL SHOW
Serving Size  : 0    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : New Imports                      Breads

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      package       dry yeast -- (1/4 ounce)
   2      cups          warm milk (100-115 degrees)
   2      tablespoons   sugar
     1/4  cup           melted butter
   1      tablespoon    salt
   5      cups          flour plus flour for kneading
   4      ounces        dried mushrooms, -- ground to a fine
                         dust

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a bowl combine 5 cups of flour, mushroom dust, and set aside.
Add yeast to 1/2 cup of the warm milk along with 2 tablespoons of sugar, stir well until the yeast is
completely dissolved. Allow the yeast to proof for 5 minutes. In another bowl place remaining milk,
butter, and salt. Stir in flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, using a wooden spoon. After the 3rd cup, add
yeast mixture. Continue stirring in the remaining flour until the mixture is rather firm. Place the dough
on a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes, then place in an oiled bowl, and coat the dough
completely with oil. Allow to proof for 1 1/2 hours or until it doubles in size. 

Deflate the dough by punching it down 2 to 3 times, and knead for about 4- 5 minutes. Divide the
dough into two equal parts and shape into round loaves. Place on a well buttered sheet tray, about
8 inches apart. Using a sharp knife, make 2 to 3 slits in the top of the dough. Cover with a light
towel and let rise again until doubled in size. Bake for 35- 40 minutes or until a hollow sound is
heard when it is tapped on the bottom. 

Yield: 1 loaf



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