German Unfermented Bread

Ingredients

• 1 quart Flour
• 1 1/2 tablespoonfuls Sugar
• 1 teaspoonful Salt
• 2 teaspoonfuls Royal Baking Powder
• 1 large tablespoonful Lard
• 1 Egg
• 1 pint Water

Instructions

1. 1Sift together 1 quart flour, 1 1/2 tablespoonfuls sugar, 1 teaspoonful salt, and 2 teaspoonfuls Royal Baking Powder in a large bowl.
2. 2Rub 1 large tablespoonful lard into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Ensure the lard is cold for best results.
3. 3Add 1 beaten egg and 1 pint water to the mixture. Mix until a smooth dough forms that can be handled.
4. 4Flour a board, turn the dough out, and deftly form it into the shape of a loaf. Handle the dough as little as possible.
5. 5Place the loaf into a greased tin. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake in a fair, steady oven for 45 minutes. Protect the loaf with paper for the first 20 minutes to prevent excessive browning.