Whole Wheat Loaves

1. 1

   Sprinkle yeast on 1 1/2 cups lukewarm water; stir to dissolve. Add flour, sugar and salt.

2. 2

   Beat until batter is smooth.

3. 3

   Cover and let rise in warm place until light and bubbly.

4. 4

   Combine 1/2 cup hot water, brown sugar and shortening.

5. 5

   Cool to lukewarm.

6. 6

   Add brown sugar mixture to yeast; mix well.

7. 7

   Add enough whole wheat flour to make a soft dough that leaves the side of the bowl.

8. 8

   Turn out on floured board and knead until smooth and satiny.

9. 9

   Place dough in lightly greased bowl; turn over to greased top.

10. 10

    Cover and let rise until doubled.

11. 11

    Divide dough in half.

12. 12

    Shape into balls.

13. 13

    Cover and let rest 10 minutes.

14. 14

    Shape each half into a loaf.

15. 15

    Place in two greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pans.

16. 16

    Let rise until doubled.

17. 17

    Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes or until loaves sound hollow when tapped. Remove from pans.

18. 18

    Brush tops with melted butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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