Light Brown Bread

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Combine next 4 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; stir until shortening melts.

3. 3

   Cool to 105u00b0 to 115u00b0. Add yeast mixture to milk mixture Add 1 cup whole wheat flour and 2 cups bread flour.

4. 4

   Beat at medium speed of electric mixer 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in remaining 1 cup whole wheat flour and enough remaining bread flour to make a soft dough.

6. 6

   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic (about 8 to 10 minutes).

7. 7

   Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease top.

8. 8

   Cover and let rise in a warm place (85u00b0), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.

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