Icelandic Rye Bread | Around the World in 80 Breads, Part 2

Today we visit Iceland and learn together how to make Icelandic Rye Bread. Information and recipe are available down below: PS -- sorry for all the mid-rolls. ICELANDIC RYE BREAD Jill 4 Today – Around the World in 80 Days Series Part Two Icelandic rye bread (rúgbraud) is a dense, dark, 100% rye loaf that was originally developed to take advantage of the unique geothermal activity present in the island country. Iceland is home to a large number of hot springs and more than 200 volcanoes, which create an abundant source of hot underground water. This article and recipe originally appeared in the July 29, 2022, issue of The Norwegian American. Icelandic Rye Bread (Rúgbraud) Makes 1 9-in. loaf Ingredients 4 cups dark rye flour 2 tsps. salt 1 tbsp. baking powder ¾ tsp. baking soda 2 cups butter milk or substitution (see recipe substitute below) ¼ cup honey ¼ cup molasses Instructions Preheat the oven to 325°. Grease a 9-inch x 5-inch standard loaf pan or a 9-inch x 4-inch Pullman pan with a lid (remember to grease the inside of the lid as well) and set aside. Whisk the rye flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda together in a large bowl. Whisk the buttermilk, honey, and molasses together in a medium bowl. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Scrape the dough into the prepared pan. Using damp fingers, smooth out the top. If using the Pullman pan, place the top on the loaf pan. If using a standard loaf pan, tightly wrap a piece of greased foil around the pan. Transfer the loaf pan to the oven. If using a standard loaf pan, place a baking sheet on top of the foil once it is in the oven. Bake for 2 hours. Remove the lid or the foil and baking sheet and turn off the oven. Let the loaf sit in the turned-off oven for another 15 minutes. (I did not leave it in the oven after the 2 hour bake time) Run a knife around the edge of the loaf pan to loosen the bread from the sides. Turn the loaf out onto a cooling rack. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing and enjoying. The bread will keep well for 3-5 days tightly wrapped at room temperature. Freeze for longer storage. Buttermilk Substitution: 2 cups milk 2 tablespoons white vinegar Mix together and let rest for 10-15 minutes. KITCHEN TOOLS I USED TODAY: Clear Glass Prep Bowls: https://amzn.to/3ip66sQ Tovolo Silicone Tool Set: https://amzn.to/3opk9lP Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Set: https://amzn.to/3GrtVdI OXO 9” Whip: https://amzn.to/30Ye06x Silicon Spatula Set: https://amzn.to/43GU0mI USA Half-Sheet Bake Pan w/Cooling Rack: https://amzn.to/3SCEPou GREAT PREPPING EQUIPMENT: Jean Lemond Danish Dough Whisk & Scoop & Flour Sifter Tool Set: https://amzn.to/3T1548a OXO Lemon Juice Squeezer: https://amzn.to/3YWy9ml OXO Good Grips Salad Spinner: https://amzn.to/4jXD0yh Mueller Food Chopper: https://amzn.to/3wFHqEf USA Half-Sheet Bake Pan w/Cooling Rack: https://amzn.to/3SCEPou Intrelife Salt & Pepper Grinder Set: https://amzn.to/4jexLtT Pyrex Glass Bowl Set: https://amzn.to/3D4WITa Clear Glass Prep Bowls: https://amzn.to/3ip66sQ Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Set: https://amzn.to/3GrtVdI OXO 9” Whip: https://amzn.to/30Ye06x Flexible Bowl Scraper: https://amzn.to/3ZIveQT Anchor Hocking 2 Quart Batter Bowl w/Lid: http://amzn.to/2yxU4rg Epicurean Cutting Board: https://amzn.to/4dcbg6H Plastic Portion Cups w/Lids: https://amzn.to/4jo0hbU OXO Silicone Baking Cups: https://amzn.to/3LJzDLM Silpat Baking Sheets: https://amzn.to/43tWPGO OXO Good Grips Mini Angled Measuring Cup, 2 Oz: https://amzn.to/3HMQGLC Wilton 12-cup Muffin Tin: https://amzn.to/42xA1Ui Tovolo Silicone Tool Set: https://amzn.to/3opk9lP Tovolo Scooper/Scraper Tool: https://amzn.to/3XvKrkx Baker's Joy: Helpful for Muffin Tin: https://amzn.to/3sOT5hJ Sugar Shaker/Flour Duster Wand: https://amzn.to/3qqB0Eh Parchment Paper Sheets: https://amzn.to/3i69CaR Hand-Held Rotary Sifter: https://amzn.to/3t6fNSC Oil and Vinegar Cruet Set w/Stand: https://amzn.to/3H1B35u FAVORITE ELECTRIC KITCHEN GEAR: Instant Pot, 6 quart: https://amzn.to/36S2OeS Instant Pot 2-Pack Sealing Ring 5 & 6-Qt: https://amzn.to/4hetgh3 Instant Pot Stainless Steel Inner Pot: https://amzn.to/4i6CIV0 Instant Pot Glass Lid: https://amzn.to/3Dm3KJ1 My Cuisinart Hand Mixer: https://amzn.to/34EEkoD Cuisinart Immersion Stick Blender: https://amzn.to/3tM21DW Keurig Coffee Maker: https://amzn.to/3w2W5sN Kitchen-Aid 7 Quart Stand Mixer: https://amzn.to/3tQBWn7 FAVORITE CLEANING AND HELPFUL KITCHEN PRODUCTS: Swedish Dishcloths Cellulose Sponge Cloth: https://amzn.to/41FzZJv Microfiber Cleaning Cloth,12 Pack: https://amzn.to/3GY4xyh Sink Protectors: https://amzn.to/3mTHEFj Sleeve Garters: https://amzn.to/3KSqD6o (I LOVE THESE!!) Faultless Hot Iron Cleaner: https://amzn.to/3DfR06K (THIS WORKS!!) LET'S CONNECT: Email me at: jill4today52@gmail.com Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/jill4today52 #bread #baking #jill4today