Honey Wheat Bread

This recipe comes from my Aunt Roaslie who knows how to make anything healthier, more natural, and simply better. The first time I tried this bread was at her home. I was hooked from the first bite. Not like some breads, this recipe turns out moist and rich.

Ingredients (with modifications)

• 2 2/3 c. hot water
• 1/4 c. oil
• 3/8 c. honey
• 1/2 tbsp. salt
• 3 1/2 c. whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 tbsp yeast
• 3 1/2 c. white flour
• 1 c. wheat germ

Directions

1. Mix hot water, oil, honey and salt in an electric mixer.
2. Slowly add 2 1/2 c. wheat flour until smooth. Then add yeast.
3. Add an additional 1 c. of wheat flour to mixture.
4. Slowly add white flour and wheat germ.
5. Knead for 10 minutes and place in pans or form to make rolls.
6. Let rise aproximately 1 hour in semi-warm environment.
7. Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 20 minutes.
8. Remove from pans and set on racks to cool. Butter the tops.

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