Flax Bread

Flaxseeds are a healthy addition to almost any diet. Research shows that this food is a real cancer-fighter. Try this delicious recipe for classic flax bread. For more information about flaxseeds and additional ideas on how you can use this terrific food, please see What Is Flax?

Makes two loaves.

Ingredients

• 6½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup ground flaxseeds (flax meal)
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon fast-rising instant yeast
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup 2% (low-fat) organic milk
• 1 tablespoon canola oil

Instructions

• Set aside 1 cup all-purpose flour from the total amount.
• Mix remaining flour, ground flaxseed, sugar, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.
• Heat water, milk, and oil until hot to the touch (about 125-130° F or 50-55°C). DO NOT BOIL. 
• Stir hot liquids into dry mixture. Mix in enough reserved flour to make a soft dough that does not stick to the bowl.
• Turn out onto floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Cover dough and let rest 10 minutes.
• Cut dough in half and shape into loaves. 
• Place into two greased (8½ x 4½ inches or 21 x 12 cm) loaf pans.
• Cover and let rise in a warm place until dough has doubled in volume (about 40-50 minutes).
• Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30-35 minutes.
• Remove from pans and let cool on wire racks.

Per serving (1 slice): 125 calories; 23 grams of carbohydrates; 3.7 grams of protein; 2 grams of fat; 1.4 grams of fiber

If you are having trouble eating well because of cancer or its treatment, please see our information Recipes for High-Calorie Eating. If you are having trouble eating well or have questions about your specific nutrition needs, please discuss this with your health care team.