Yield: 1 servings
Measure | Ingredient |
---|---|
½ cup | Cracked wheat |
1½ cup | Boiling water |
1 pack | Dry yeast |
⅓ cup | Warm water |
¼ cup | Shortening |
1½ teaspoon | Salt |
2 tablespoons | Molasses |
2 tablespoons | Honey |
1 cup | Warm water |
1 cup | Wholewheat flour |
4 cups | All-purpose flour |
Cook cracked wheat in the boiling water for 10 minutes, till all the water is absorbed. Dissolve yeast in ⅓ 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"