2 c warm water
1/4 c maple syrup
2 package dry yeast
1 onion, minced
1/4 c vegetable oil
1/8 teaspoon thyme
2 c whole wheat flour
1 c rye flour
3 c unbleached flour
1 T molasses
1 1/2 t salt
sesame seeds (optional)

Mix hot water and maple syrup. Sprinkle yeast into water and allow to proof while chopping onions.

Saute onions in oil until golden, 5-7 minutes, sitrring frequently.

Stir in yeast mixture, then all of the remaining ingredients.

Knead dough 8 to 10 minutes; place in greased, covered bowl and allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 1/2 hours.

Punch down. Divide dough into 18 balls and flatten each ball into a 4-inch circle. Place on lightly greased pans. Allow to rise 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Lightly brush tops with an egg wash or melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Bake 25-30 minutes.