Easy 100 Percent Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

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   Measure flour into a bowl; place in a 150 degree oven till warmed through, about 10 min.

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   Meanwhile, in a large mixer bowl, soften yeast with molasses in 3/4 c. of the water; let stand till bubbly, about 15 min.

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   Fold in remaining 1 c. water, oil and salt.

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   Stir in wheat germ, then start adding flour, about 1 c. at a time.

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   After each addition, beat with a dough hook or possibly vigorously by hand.

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   When dough begins to pull cleanly from sides of bowl, scrape out onto a board sprinkled with about 1 Tbsp.

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   of the flour.

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   Knead just sufficient to shape into a smooth loaf.

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   Place in a greased 5x9 inch loaf pan and cover lightly with plastic wrap.

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    Let rise 30 to 40 min in a hot place till dough is about 1 inch above the rim of the pan.

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    Bake in a 400 degree oven till loaf is well browned and sounds hollow when tapped, about 35 min.

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    Turn out of pan onto a rack to cold.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.