Whole Grain Bread

A hearty, yeast bread make with whole wheat, oats, wheat germ and bran, sweetened with honey and molasses.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup molasses
2 (0.25-ounce) packages active yeast
1 3/4 cups warm water
2/3 cup CARNATION® Instant Nonfat Dry Milk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup quick cooking oatmeal
1/2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup bran
2 cups whole wheat flour
3 1/4 cups bread or all-purpose flour

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine honey, molasses, yeast, and warm water in a large bowl. Let stand, covered, for 10 minutes.
2. Add powdered milk, eggs, oil, and salt; mix well. Add quick cooking oatmeal, wheat germ, bran, and whole wheat flour; stir well.
3. Add up to 3 1/4 cup flour to make a moderately stiff dough.
4. Knead on a floured surface for 7 to 8 minutes.
5. Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease the surface. Let rise, covered, until doubled in size.
6. Divide into two portions then let rest for 10 minutes.
7. Shape into loaves and place in greased loaf pans. Let rise until doubled.
8. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 40 minutes.
9. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Makes 2 loaves.

Recipe is the property of Nestlé® and Meals.com, used with permission.