Honey Wheat Bread

A 100% whole wheat bread will have a coarser texture than bread make with a mix of Whole Wheat and All Purpose Flour
Bake: 375 Fo  for 30 – 35 minutes.

  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 2 cups warm water
  • 1/3 cup honey or dark molasses
  • 2 tablespoons soft shortening
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 51/2 – 6 cups Whole wheat flour
  1. In mixing bowl place in order all ingredients except flour.
  2. Add flour gradually to make a stiff dough.
  3. Knead on a well-floured surfaced until smooth and satiny, eight to ten minutes.
  4. Place in greased bowl.
  5. Cover. let rise in warm place until doubled, 11/2 – 2 hours.
  6. Divide in half. Shape into balls.
  7. Cover with bowl;  let rest 15 minutes, shape into loaves.
  8. Place in well-greased pan, 9×5 or 8×4.
  9. Cover; let rise until light and double, about an hour.
  10. Bake at 375F0 for 30 to 35 minutes, or until deep golden brown.