Cracked-Wheat Sourdough Bread

Ingredients

• 1 cup sourdough starter
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup cracked wheat
• 2 1/2 cups bread flour
• 1 tablespoon salt

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the sourdough starter, warm water, cracked wheat, bread flour, and salt.
2. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
3. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 2-3 hours.
4. Punch down the dough and shape into a round loaf.
5. Place the loaf on a greased baking sheet and let it rise again for 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
7. Bake the bread for about 30 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.

Interesting Facts

• Sourdough bread has been around for thousands of years and is still popular today.
• Cracked wheat is a whole grain that is high in fiber and other nutrients.
• The natural sourness of the sourdough starter gives the bread a unique flavor.