Soft Sourdough Bread for the ABM

Soft Sourdough Bread for the ABM

This bread comes together very quickly when using an Automatic Bread Machine. It is a soft loaf that makes a good sandwich.

 Ingredients

3/4 cup water
1 cup sourdough starter
2 Tblsp applesauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp stevia Or sugar  equivalent
3 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
2 1/3 tsp yeast
Parchment paper lined baking pan ( I used a round enamel coated cast iron pan but a loaf pan should work)

Directions 

Place ingredients into the ABM pan in the order suggests by the manufacturer.

Select dough cycle.

Once cycle is complete remove from ABM pan and place onto a floured surface.

Shape into a ball and place into parchment lined baking pan. I used a enamel cast iron pan.

Lightly brush top with a little water.

Let rise for about 30 - 35 minutes in a draft free location. I used a warming oven.

Meanwhile preheat oven to 350 F.

Once dough has doubled in size, brush top again with a little bit of water.

Place in oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until top is nicely browned. If using a loaf pan, baking time may need to be adjusted.

Enjoy!