Honey Wheat Bread II

Submitted by: Meghan Monahan Rated: 5 out of 5 by 111 members

Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Ready In: 2 Hours Yields: 24 servings

"This is a simple loaf with less whole wheat than many, but it still offers all the essential ingredients for a wholesome eating."

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon active dry yeast

1 teaspoon salt 1/3 cup honey 1/3 cup vegetable oil 5 cups all-purpose flour

DIRECTIONS:

1.	Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add honey, and stir well. Mix in whole wheat flour, salt, and vegetable oil. Work all-purpose flour in gradually. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead for at least 10 to 15 minutes. When dough is smooth and elastic, place it in a well oiled bowl. Turn it several times in the bowl to coat the surface of the dough, and cover with a damp cloth. Let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes.
2.	Punch down the dough. Shape into two loaves, and place into two well greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise until dough is 1 to 1 1/2 inches above pans.
3.	Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 30 minutes.