Country Seeded Loaf Recipe

Ingredients Olive oil, to grease 1 x quantity bread dough (see related recipe) 1 tbs linseeds 1 tbs poppy seeds 1 tbs pumpkin kernels (pepitas) 2 tbs sesame seeds Milk, to brush Step 1 Preheat oven to 200°C. Brush an 8cm-deep, 11 x 21cm (base measurement) loaf pan with olive oil to lightly grease. Step 2 Use a lightly floured rolling pin to roll out the dough to a 30cm square. Sprinkle with linseeds, poppy seeds, pumpkin kernels and 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds. Fold the dough in half to enclose the seeds and knead until well combined. Shape into a 20cm-long loaf. Place in the prepared pan. Cover with a damp tea towel. Set aside in a warm, draught-free place to prove for 30 minutes or until the dough has almost doubled in size. Step 3 Brush the top of the loaf with milk and sprinkle with remaining sesame seeds. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped on the base. Turn onto a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve at room temperature.