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Fennel Seed Wheat Bread

Fennel Seed Wheat Bread
"I enjoy all kinds of breads and rolls, but this square loaf is a favorite of mine because it is so different," explains Charlotte Kidd, Lebanon, Indiana. "The bread is also great cooked on the grill. Simply cover and grill it over medium heat for about 30 minutes."
12 ServingsPrep: 15 min. + rising Bake: 30 min. + cooling

Ingredients

  • 1 package (16 ounces) hot roll mix
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons fennel seed, crushed, divided
  • 1-1/3 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 teaspoon 2% milk

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine the contents of the roll mix and yeast
  • packets with the whole wheat flour and 1-1/2 teaspoons fennel seed.
  • In a small saucepan, heat water and butter to 120°-130°. Add
  • to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until
  • blended.
  • Turn onto a floured surface. Knead in cheese until dough is smooth
  • and elastic, about 4-6 minutes. Pat dough into a greased 9-in.
  • square baking dish. Cover and let rise in a warm place until
  • doubled, about 25 minutes.
  • Brush with milk and sprinkle with remaining fennel seed. Bake at
  • 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Cut
  • bread into four squares; cut each into three wedges. Yield: 1 loaf
  • (12 slices).
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Fennel Seed Wheat Bread (continued)

Nutrition Facts: One slice (prepared with reduced-fat cheese) equals 212 calories, 4 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 26 mg cholesterol, 294 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 8 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 milk.
© Taste of Home 2013