Whole Wheat Bread

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   Combine water, yeast, and 2 cups flour.

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   Let sponge 15 minutes.

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   Add honey, oil, salt, and 4-5 cups flour until dough begins to clean sides of bowl.

4. 4

   Knead 7-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.

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   Form into two loaves and place in greased loaf pan.

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   Let rise until doubled in size.

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   Bake at 350* for 25-30 minutes.

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   Variations: Onion Cheese Bread: For each loaf knead in 1/4 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese.

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   Jalepeno-Ranch Sharp Cheese: Add 1/2 cup grated sharp cheese, 2 T ranch salad dressing mix, and 2 chopped, fresh jalepeno peppers.

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    Garlic-Herb Parmesan Bread: For each loaf add 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, 1 t garlic powder, and one t herb of choice.

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