Orange Poppy Seed Bread Machine Loaf

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  Hand Method: In saucepan, heat together water, orange rind, sugar and butter just until butter starts to me< set aside. In large bowl, stir together salt, 2 cups (500 mL) of the flour, poppy seeds, cardamom (if using) and 1-1/4 tsp (6 mL) quick-rising (instant) yeast. Using wooden spoon, stir in warm butter mixture until smooth. Stir in 1 cup (250 mL) more flour to make soft, smooth dough.

  Turn out onto lightly floured surface. Knead for about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic, adding up to 1/4 cup (50 mL) more flour if necessary. Transfer to greased bowl, turning to grease all over. Cover with plastic wrap; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.

  Punch down dough and turn out onto lightly floured surface. Using hands, shape into cylindrical loaf. Place, seam side down, in greased 8- x 4-inch (1.5 L) loaf pan. Cover with tea towel and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour. Bake in 375°F (190°C) oven for 30 minutes or until golden brown and loaf sounds hollow when tapped on bottom. Let cool on rack.

   

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Bread; Flour; Oranges; Bake; Brown sugar;