Step 1: Line a baking with parchment paper; spray a 9" springform ring and set in middle of baking sheet; if making buns spray a 9 x 13 pan.
Step 2: In large mixing bowl combine starter, water, yeast salt, sugar and oil.
Step 3: Stir in ground flaxmeal and chopped fresh sage.
Step 4: Stir in flour, adding 1/2 cup at a time until dough in manageable.
Step 5: Turn out onto a floured board and knead for about 10 minutes; place in greased bowl, cover and let rise until doubled.
Step 6: Shape into round loaf, pinching bottom together; or shape into 12 buns.
Step 7: Place dough inside springform ring on parchment paper and cut a couple of slits in the top; if making buns, place in 9 x 13 sprayed pan.
Step 8: Cover with tea towel and let rise until doubled.
Step 9: Bake in a preheated 375F oven for 25 minutes (for round loaf); 20 minutes for the buns.
Step 10: Remove from oven and brush bread with the melted butter, returning to oven for 5 more minutes.
Step 11: Remove bread and place on cooling racks.
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