1/2 c Cracked wheat
1 1/2 c Boiling water
1 pk Dry yeast
1/3 c Warm water
1/4 c Shortening
1 1/2 ts Salt
2 tb Molasses
2 tb Honey
1 c Warm water
1 c Wholewheat flour
4 c All-purpose flour
Cook cracked wheat in the boiling water for 10 minutes, till all the
water is absorbed. Dissolve yeast in 1/3 c of warm water & let
proof. Stir together shortening, salt, molasses, honey & the rest of
the water & add to cracked wheat. Stir in the flours a little at a
time. When the dough is stiff, turn out onto a floured board & knead
for 10 minutes, use extra flour if necessary. Shape into a ball,
place in oiled bowl, cover & let rise till doubled. Punch down &
shape into 2 loaves. Let rise till doubled. Bake at 375F for 30 to
35 minutes. Cool on racks.
“Beard on Bread”
Yields
1 servings
