2 1/2 c Warm water 2 tb Dry yeast
3 tb Oil 4 tb Honey or molasses
6 c Whole wheat flour(or less) 1 1/2 ts Salt
Dissolve the yeast in warm water(proof). Add the oil and honey. mix
flour and salt. Add the liquids and mix well with hands, adding a
little more flour if needed. Cover and let rise until doubled; about
1-1/2 hours. Knead down. Shape into two loaves. Place in oiled loaf
pans. Allow to rise again until nearly doubled. Bake ten minutes at
400 degrees. Reduce heat to 350
degrees and bake 20 minutes more. Cool on rack.
This is a simple, delicious bread. It is easy to make and works
well for beginners as well as old hands. One cup cracked wheat may be
substituted for one cup of the flour.
From The Deaf Smith Country Cookbook.
Yields
1 servings