Rye Bread
Makes 2 small loaves

Ingredients

1. In a small glass, combine the yeast, ½-cup of lukewarm water, and a 1/2 tablespoon sugar. 
2. Set yeast mixture aside. 
3. In a mixing bowl, bring together the lukewarm water, melted butter, salt, and remaining sugar. 
4. Mix ingredients thoroughly. 
5. Add 1-1/2 cups rye flour, 2-1/2 cups bread flour, and dry milk. 
6. Mix. 
7. Attach bowl and dough hook to mixer. 
8. Add the balance of the flour and Turn to Speed 2 and mix until dough is stiff.
9. Continue until dough clings to hook and cleans sides of bowl, about 2 minutes. 
10. Knead on Speed 2 for 2 minutes longer.
11. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour and 30 minutes. 
12. Punch down and cut through the bubbles with a knife, turn the dough, and repeat. 
13. Again, cover and let rise 30 minutes.
14. Place dough on a floured board and divide into 2 balls. 
15. Put loaves in 2 greased round pans. 
16. Prick the loaves server times with a fork. 
17. Cover and let rise 1 hour. 
18. Bake for 50 minutes. 
19. Cool, brush tops with egg white.