Homemade Salt Rising Bread Recipe

Salt Rising Bread is a traditional American bread that is known for its unique flavor and dense texture. This recipe requires a longer fermentation process to create a bread with a slightly tangy taste. It is perfect for toasting and serving with butter or jam.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups warm water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 6 cups bread flour

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the cornmeal and 1 cup of water. Heat over low heat until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, mix the sugar, salt, and 3 cups of warm water. Add the cornmeal mixture and stir well. Let the mixture sit in a warm place for 24 hours.
3. After 24 hours, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Dissolve the baking soda in 1/4 cup warm water and mix it into the cornmeal mixture.
4. Gradually add the bread flour, stirring until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 10 minutes, then shape it into loaves and place them in greased bread pans.
5. Cover the pans with a clean towel and let the dough rise for 1-2 hours. Bake the loaves in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Remove the bread from the pans and let cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

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