1/2 c Cracked wheat 2 tb Molasses
1 1/2 c Boiling water 2 tb Honey
1 pk Dry yeast 1 c Warm water
1/3 c Warm water 1 c Wholewheat flour
1/4 c Shortening 4 c All-purpose flour
1 1/2 ts Salt
Cook cracked wheat in the boiling water for 10 minutes, till all the water
is absorbed. Dissolve yeast in 1/3 c of warm water & let proof. Stir
together shortening, salt, molasses, honey & the rest of the water & add to
cracked wheat. Stir in the flours a little at a time. When the dough is
stiff, turn out onto a floured board & knead for 10 minutes, use extra
flour if necessary. Shape into a ball, place in oiled bowl, cover & let
rise till doubled. Punch down & shape into 2 loaves. Let rise till
doubled. Bake at 375F for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool on racks.
“Beard on Bread”
Yields
1 servings