Below, Cara Nicoletti of Yummy Books> (and author of the new literature-inspired book of stories and recipes, Voracious whips up a loaf of black rye bread inspired by Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel ...

After 15 minutes, rotate the bread and continue baking the loaf until it is a rich brown on all sides, sounds hollow when thumped on the bottom, and registers at least 200 degrees in the center ...

Traditionally, black breads and pumpernickels were baked overnight, using the residual heat of the oven, and get their distinctive color from a long, slow caramelization of the bread itself in the ...

Line a 9x5" loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a generous overhang on both long sides. Coat with nonstick spray. Grind ½ cup flaxseed in spice mill to a fine powder.

Dump the batter into the loaf pan, smooth out the top, and brush/drizzle on the melted butter. Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crusty in appearance. Notes ...