This is a nice, wholesome flavored loaf for those who prefer a bit more texture in their breads.

1 packet active dry yeast

1 T Molasses

1/2 c warm water

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 c sugar

1/4 c shortening

2 1/2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature

2 c Better Batter All Purpose Flour

3/4 c teff flour 1/4 c sorghum flour

1/4 c mixed seeds (you choose: caraway seeds, poppy seeds, sesame seeds, flaxseed)

1/4 c Sunflower Seeds

optional: seeds for top of bread

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease two  8×4 inch loaf pans. In a small bowl, combine yeast, molasses and warm water.

Let sit for about 5 minutes, or until foamy.

In the bowl of your mixer, combine baking soda, salt, honey, vegetable oil, and buttermilk. Add yeast mixture.

Add flours and beat on high speed for 3 minutes.

Add seeds and sunflower seeds and stir until combined.

Spoon into greased loaf pans. Add optional seeds to top if desired and let rise until almost doubled (about 30 minutes).

Bake for 35-55 minutes, or until loaves are  very golden brown.

Turn onto a rack to cool completely. Loaf should sound hollow when you tap the crust.