French Country Bread

8 servings

180 minutes

French country bread is a fragrant and rich pastry where the traditions of rural France come alive in every bite. The combination of three types of flour—buckwheat, rye, and wheat—gives it a rich flavor with a hint of nuttiness. Dark beer and honey add depth and gentle sweetness to the taste. This bread is perfect for breakfast with butter and jam and pairs well with cheese platters or hot soups. The old method of preparation with cross cuts on the crust makes it especially crispy. Such bread is a symbol of coziness and tradition, bringing us back to the simple joys of country life.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 364.6
• Proteins: 10.3g
• Fats: 4.9g
• Carbohydrates: 70.2g

Ingredients

• Buckwheat flour: 200 g
• Rye flour: 200 g
• Wheat flour: 375 g
• Salt: to taste
• Honey: 2 tbsp
• Butter: 30 g
• Dry yeast: 7 g
• Dark beer: 150 ml
• Water: 200 ml

Cooking steps

1. Combine the flour, yeast, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Buckwheat flour: 200 g
   • Rye flour: 200 g
   • Wheat flour: 375 g
   • Dry yeast: 7 g
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Dissolve honey in warm water and mix with beer. Add melted butter and gradually pour into the flour mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Honey: 2 tablespoons
   • Water: 200 ml
   • Dark beer: 150 ml
   • Butter: 30 g

3. Knead a soft dough. Cover with plastic wrap and let the dough rise for 1 hour.

4. Take the dough, divide it into two parts, and make a round loaf from each part.

5. Transfer to a greased baking sheet, cover again, and let it sit for 45 minutes.

6. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees. Sprinkle the loaves with flour and make cross cuts with a sharp knife.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 375 g

7. Bake for 10 minutes.

8. Reduce the oven temperature to 200 degrees and bake the bread for another 30 minutes.