Homemade Rye Bread Recipe

Step 1

In medium bowl add the water and sprinkle the yeast on top, let sit for 5-10 minutes, then stir to combine. To the bowl add the flour, mix to combine, making sure all the flour has been incorporated. Cover and let rest at room temperature for 12 hours.

Step 2

In large bowl add the water and milk, sprinkle the yeast on top, let sit 5-10 minutes then stir to combine. Add the poolish and mix together, add the flours and salt, mix well, incorporating all the flour. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes, then stretch & fold the dough a few times, let rest for 30 minutes, repeat the stretch and fold, let rest 30 minutes, repeat stretch and fold, rest for 30 minutes, stretch and fold for the last time. For a total of 2 hours.

Step 3

Form the dough into a loaf or boule shape place in a lightly oiled pan, dust with flour, rice flour or semolina, cover and let rise in a warm draft free area for 1 hour or until doubled.

Step 4

Pre-heat oven to 400F (200C).

Step 5

Score the dough and bake for approximately 40 minutes. Move immediately to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!