BASIC WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

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This is a delicious basic bread recipe. We use this for our everyday sandwich bread. Prep time includes rising time.

Provided by JillAZ

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 3h40m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups very warm water
1 tablespoon active dry yeast (I use SAF instant)
2 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup light olive oil
1/8 teaspoon vitamin C powder (it helps the bread to rise better) (optional)
6 cups whole wheat flour (may be a little more or less)

Steps:

  • Proof yeast by mixing with 1Tablespoon honey and 1/4 cup warm water in a glass measuring cup.
  • Set aside and allow to stand until it bubbles up.
  • 5-10 minutes.
  • If using instant yeast, skip this step and mix yeast in with dry ingredients.
  • In a large mixing bowl blend together water, salt, honey, oil and vitamin C powder.
  • Add 3 cups of the flour and the yeast mixture.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Add in as much of the remaining flour as you can stir in.
  • Then turn out onto a board and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  • Try not to add too much more than the 6 cups called for in the recipe.
  • Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let rise until doubled in size.
  • About 1-1/2 hours.
  • Punch down, divide in half and shape into two loaves.
  • Place in oiled pans, cover and let rise until doubled.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35 to 45 minutes until golden brown.
  • Turn out of pans and let cool on a rack.
  • Enjoy!
  • You can also use 1/2 whole wheat flour and 1/2 unbleached flour if you prefer.

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