Simple Whole Wheat Bread


Source: AllRecipes.com
Prep time: 30 minutesCooking time: 30 minutesTotal time: 1 hour

Description

Simple Whole Wheat Bread imported from Recipe Import

Ingredients

3 c
warm water
2 pk
active dry yeast
1⁄3 c
honey
5 c
bread flour
3 T
butter
1⁄3 c
honey
1 T
salt
3 1⁄2 c
whole wheat flour
2 T
butter

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and 1/3 cup honey. Add 5 cups white bread flour, and stir to combine. Let set for 30 minutes, or until big and bubbly.

2. Mix in 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1/3 cup honey, and salt. Stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. Flour a flat surface and knead with whole wheat flour until not real sticky - just pulling from the counter, but still sticky to touch. This may take an additional 2 to 4 coups of whole wheat flour. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to coat the surface of the dough. Cover with a dishtowel. Let rise in a warm place until doubled.

3. Punch down, and divide into 3 loaves. Place in greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans, and allow to rise until dough has topped the pans by one inch.

4. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes; do not overbake. Lightly brush the tops of loaves with 2 tablespoons melted butter or margarine when done to prevent crust from getting hard. Cool completely.

Notes

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