Country Style Walnut And Rosemary Bread

If you're into making your own bread, try this peasant-type loaf that is very well-suited with mediterranean meals. A richard sax and marie simmons recipe. Rising times are not included.

Steps

Mix 2 cups warm water and yeast in large bowl of electric mixer fitted with dough hook.

Let stand until yeast dissolves , about 5 minutes.

In medium bowl , combine all purpose flour with whole wheat flour , rosemary and salt.

Stir 1 tblsp oil into yeast mixture.

Gradually add flour mixture and beat until incorporated.

Mix on medium speed 10 minutes , adding more all purpose flour if dough is sticky.

Turn out dough onto floured surface.

Knead until smooth and elastic , about 3 minutes.

Place dough in lightly-oiled large bowl.

Turn to coat.

Cover with plastic , then kitchen towel.

Let dough rise in warm , draft-free area until doubled in volume , about 1 hours.

Meanwhile , heat 1 tblsp oil and garlic in small skillet over medium heat for 1 minute.

Stir in nuts and pepper.

Remove from heat.

Cool.

Discard garlic.

Preheat oven to 375f.

Punch dough down.

Let rest 10 minutes.

Roll out dough to 12 inch diameter round.

Spread walnut mixture over.

Fold dough over walnut m.

Ingredients

warm water, dry yeast, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, fresh rosemary, salt, olive oil, garlic, walnuts, ground black pepper