Mountain Mama's Whole Wheat Bread Recipe

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   Measure water in a large bowl.

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   Sprinkle yeast over the top and stir to dissolve.

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   Add in the sweetening and lowfat milk.

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   Add in the first quantity of flour, one c. at a time.

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   Beating with a mixer, the mix is to become quite thick - like mud.

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   Beat till batter is smooth.

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   Cover and let rise for an hour.

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   Put a damp cloth over to keep from drying out.

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   Next, add in oil and remaining flour, a little at a time.

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    When it starts to hold together, turn out on floured surface and begin kneading, adding flour as needed.

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    Knead for 20 min - the longer the better.

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    When nice and smooth and exhausted (yourself which is), oil a bowl and place dough in, turning once to coat top.

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    Cover with damp cloth and set in cozy place to rise 1 hour.

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    Punch down 20-30 times and rise again, about 40 min.

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    Knead dough briefly and cut into 4 even pcs.

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    Let set for 5 min; shape into loaves in bread pans or possibly free form shapes.

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    Place in well oiled loaf pans or possibly well oiled baking sheets, allowing room for expansion.

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    Let rise till doubled, 30 min.

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    Bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 min till done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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