Summer Solstice Bread

Makes 2 loaves

Judy Kay

A tasty bread for your Solstice celebrations.

ingredients

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1. In a skillet heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat.
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2. cook and stir onion in hot oil for 5 minutes or until golden brown; set aside.
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3. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
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4. In a large mixing bowl combine all purpose flour, wheat flour, cheese, basil, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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5. Make a well in the center of dry ingredients.
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6. Slightly beat one egg
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7. In a small bowl stir together remaining oil, buttermilk, and the beaten egg.
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8. Stir in onion mixture.
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9. Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture, stirring until flour mixture is just moistened.
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10. With floured hands, knead gently in bow 2 or 3 times or until dough is nearly smooth.
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11. Shape into two 4 in rounds; or into one 6 in round loaf.
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12. Place on lightly greased baking sheet.
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13. Slightly beat the remaining egg with 1 tablespoon water and brush loaf with egg mixture.
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14. Arrange tomato slices on top.
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15. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
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16. Cool on wire rack.
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17. Can be eaten warm or at room temperature.