Cuban Water Bread

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This recipe is from my mom. Makes a very crusty bread. You can substitute half of the flour amount with whole wheat flour.

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Servings:
24
Yield:
2 loaves
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 24 servings

  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

  • 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 8 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal

  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Directions

  1. In a large bowl dissolve the yeast in the warm water or potato water. Add sugar and salt and mix well. Stir in 7 cups of the flour.

  2. On a well-floured surface, knead dough for 7 minutes, incorporating in the last cup of flour. Place dough in a greased bowl. Let rise until doubled.

  3. Using a lightly floured board, form dough into 2 long or round loaves. Sprinkle cornmeal on greased baking sheet; place loaves on top. Slash top with a sharp knife. Cover, and let rise until almost doubled.

  4. Brush top of loaves with cold water. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. Place in a cold oven.

  5. Turn oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Bake for 45 minutes, or until nicely browned. Brush twice during baking time with cold water.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

158 Calories
1g Fat
33g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 158
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 292mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 5g 9%
Calcium 10mg 1%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 55mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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