4 c Whole wheat flour
4 c White flour
1 tb Salt
3 1/2 c Raisins
1 c Honey
1 c Lukewarm water
1 tb Yeast
4 c Warm water
Combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl & set aside. Dissolve yeast
in 1 c lukewarm water & add 2 ts sugar or honey. Set aside till frothy.
Add yeast to the flour mixture with the honey. Add water a little at a
time until you have a soft, doughy texture. Knead until it is wel mixed.
Add more flour or water as necessary. Cover & let rise till doubled in
bulk.
Punch down dough, knead for a few minutes & then divide dough into two
portions. Place each piece in a greased loaf tin. Cover & let rise till
doubled in bulk.
Bake at 350F for 50 to 60 minutes. Makes 2 loaves.
Yields
2 Loaves