Sesame Loaf

This is my creation of the weekend.  It has an enjoyable nutty flavor and makes a good change-of-pace sandwich bread.  Happy baking!

Sesame Loaf


2 c. water
2 Tbsp. honey
2 Tbsp. sesame oil
1 pkg. (2 1/4 tsp) yeast
2 tsp. salt
1 c. rice flour
1/4 c. sesame seeds
4 c. white bread flour

Mix together the dry ingredients. Add these to the wet ingredients and, using a mixer with a dough hook, mix thoroughly (adding more flour if necessary) until the dough pulls away from the sides of the mixing bowl. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Let rest 5 minutes. Knead again briefly, then cover and let rise for about an hour or until nearly double in size. Punch down, then shape into a loaf and place into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let rise for an hour or until nearly double in bulk. Bake at 350 ˚F for 25 minutes, then brush the top of the loaf with an egg yolk + 1 Tbsp. water mixture. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until the bottom and sides of the loaf appear slightly golden. Cool completely on a cooling rack before slicing.