Dillbrot (Dill Bread)

Serving Size  : 4     Preparation Time : 0:00

Categories    : German

Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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       1       package  yeast; active dry

     1/4      cup  warm water(110-120 degrees)

       1       cup  cottage cheese; creamed *

       2       tablespoons  sugar

       1       tablespoon  onion; minced

       1       tablespoon  butter; melted

       1                egg; large

       1       teaspoon  salt

       2       teaspoons  dillseed

   2 1/4    cups  flour; unbleached or bread

*Creamed Cottage Cheese should be heated to lukewarm. 

Dissolve yeast in warm water.  Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl, except add the flour a little at a time (it may take up to 2 1/2 cups of flour). 

Beat until well mixed and mixture is stiff but not heavy. (Standard bread dough feeling).  Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled. 

Punch down and put dough in a bread pan, or arrange in a round shape on a greased cookie sheet.  Let rise again. 

Bake for 30 to 45 minutes at 350 degrees F.  While warm, brush loaf with soft butter, sprinkle well with salt. Makes 1 loaf.