Whole Wheat French Bread
An easy recipe for homemade whole wheat French bread, delivering superior flavor to store-bought versions.
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Instructions
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Combine water and yeast in a bowl, then mix in brown sugar, salt, and whole wheat flour, followed by enough bread flour to form a cohesive dough.
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Knead dough on a floured surface for 4 minutes until soft and smooth.
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Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat, then cover and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
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Grease a baking sheet and sprinkle with cornmeal.
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Punch down dough, then knead on a floured surface for 4 minutes to remove air bubbles.
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Roll dough into a 15-inch rectangle, then roll up lengthwise, pinching seams and tucking ends. Place on the prepared sheet.
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Cover and let rise again for 45 minutes until doubled.
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Preheat oven to 375 F.
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Cut 4-5 slashes across the top of the loaf.
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Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown, then cool on a rack.