Bauernbrot Also Known As:   Farmer's Bread, German Rye Bread A dark bread made from rye and wheat flours, as well as sourdough, which is a bread starter that is allowed to ferment for several days to develop flavor. It is traditionally baked in a brick oven. Bread Category:  Breads of rye and other flours Main Ingredients Rye and wheat flours; often spices such as coriander, allspice, and caraway seeds are added to the dough. Bread Characteristics A dark and hearty bread. Inside soft and moist; outside a strong and aromatic crust. Serving Suggestions Spread some butter on a slice of Bauernbrot and enjoy! Also goes well with wurst or cheese slices. Bauernbrot has a shelf life of about 12 days. It freezes well too.