---------- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.02 Title: Crunchy Millet Bread Categories: Bakery, Breads Yield: 2 Loaves 1 c Raw millet seeds 1 Pkg dry yeast 2 c Water; warm 1/4 c Safflower oil 2 tb Molasses 4 c Whole-wheat flour 1 c Unbleached white flour 1 1/2 ts Salt 1/4 ts Ginger powder 1/4 ts Turmeric 2 tb Sunflower seeds; toasted 1/2 c Raisins or apricots - (optional) Toast millet in hot dry skillet, stirring frequently, for 5 to 7 minutes. Combine yeast with 1/2 cup warm water & let stand until it froths. Stir in remaining water, oil & molasses. In a large mixing bowl, combine flours, salt & spices. Make a well in the centre & pour in the wet mixture. Work into a dough & then add sunflower seeds & raisins or apricots if using. Knead dough for 10 minutes, adding more flour as needed. Cover & let rise until doubled in bulk. Punch down, divide dough into two parts & shape into loaves. Place in loaf pans & let rise until doubled in bulk. Score the tops, brush with warm water & bake at 400 F for 10 minutes. Reduce oven to 325 F & bake for another 35 minutes. Cool on racks. Recipe FROM: Vegetarian Celebrations by Nava Atlas -----