Walnut & Raisin Bread
An easy way to use dried nuts and fruits in a healthy, nutritious and easy-to-do bread recipe. You can use walnuts and raisins as well as other dried nuts and fruits to add flavor to this delicious bread.
Method
Place yeast and water in a cup and leave to activate for 10-15 minutes.
Place flour and salt into a mixing bowl and make a well in centre. Add yeast mixture, until dough forms together. Add walnuts and raisins, mix.
Knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes. Allow to prove by placing in a lightly oiled mixing bowl, covered with a cloth. Leave in a warm place until double in size. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
Use the bowl scraper to release the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured board. Shape into a ball, seam side down. Allow to bench rest for 15 minutes cover with a cotton cloth.
To bake the bread gently move the dough to a parchment lined baking sheet. Dust with sifted flour, score with a sharp paring knife. Transfer the baking sheet in the oven. Apply Steam 3 and shut down the door and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Let the bread cool completely on a cooling rack.
