Rich Whole Wheat Bread

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   Into a large mixing bowl measure the yeast and sea salt. Measure the oil and honey into a cup and stir into the dry yeast and salt.

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   Add the water and stir.

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   Mix in the milk powder.

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   Add the 2 cups whole wheat flour and stir until fairly smooth.

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   Stir in the eggs.

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   Add 5 cups of the remaining whole wheat flour, 2 cups at a time.

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   Dump another cup (no. 8) over the kneading board and scrape batter onto the board.

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   Knead in.

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   Add as much of the ninth cup as necessary to stop dough from sticking.

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    Knead for another 10 to 15 minutes.

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    Oil the ball in the bowl.

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    Cover with a clean, wet towel and put to rise in a very warm, draft-free place.

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    Finger test.

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    When risen, punch down and shape into 3 loaves.

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    (At this point, make any seed, fruit or nuts addition.)

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    With butter or margarine, grease three 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch baking pans. Put loaves into the pans.

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    Cover again with wet towel and put again to rise in a very warm place.

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    Bake for about 40 minutes at 350u00b0 to 375u00b0.

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    Cool on a wire rack.

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    Eat hot, but any left over will keep.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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