Grandma Town’s Brown Bread 🍞
Description:
This recipe holds the cherished tradition of my great, great grandmother’s bread, passed down through generations, each adding their own twist. It yields a dense, dark loaf that’s incredibly satisfying, especially when enjoyed warm.
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Recipe Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Grains, Scottish, European, Healthy, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 egg 🥚
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup white flour
- 1 cup water 💧
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup raisins
- A handful of walnuts 🌰 (optional)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 142.2
- Fat Content: 2.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 22.4mg
- Sodium Content: 155mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 28.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 9.8g
- Protein Content: 3.3g
Instructions:
- Melt lard and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the egg, sugar, molasses, and cooled lard. Stir until well blended.
- Sift together the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flours.
- Add the sifted dry ingredients to the molasses mixture in 3 increments, alternating with water, and stirring well after each addition.
- Fold in the raisins and walnuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until no longer doughy.
This bread is perfect for any occasion, from a cozy family breakfast to a hearty accompaniment to soups and stews. Enjoy the rich flavors and the connection to generations past with each delicious slice of Grandma Town’s Brown Bread! 🌾🍞
