Teresa's Recipes
Pain Complet
Pain Complet is a delightful and hearty whole wheat bread, cherished for its rustic flavor and nutritional benefits. This wholesome loaf is not only a perfect companion for sandwiches but also makes for a delicious toasted treat slathered with butter or your favorite spread. Originating from traditional French baking, Pain Complet honors the use of whole grains, yielding a dense yet tender crumb that will transport your taste buds to a quaint boulangerie. Enjoy the warm aroma that fills your kitchen as this bread bakes to golden perfection!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Warm water
- 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 4 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 12
- Dish Type: Bread
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 130
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 24g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 1g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water, active dry yeast, and honey. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until the yeast becomes foamy.
- Add the whole wheat flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough begins to form.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Tips
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding a handful of sunflower seeds or walnuts to the dough before baking.
- You can replace the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a different sweetness profile.
- To boost the nutritional value, try incorporating a cup of rolled oats into your flour mixture.