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Janet’s Ultimate Whole Wheat Bread

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This 100% whole wheat bread turns out light and tender.  Using around  7 cups whole wheat flour, this  recipe  makes  3 nice loaves of bread.  Great as is, or make toast.  [Recipe was especially created for the frugal way of eating, with eggs added for extra protein and nutrition]. 

If looking for a whole wheat bread recipe with no eggs,  a popular bread in my classes is:  "Awesome Whole Wheat Bread" found at:   eatwheat.com

 

2 and 1/3 c. warm water

3 T. oil

2 c. whole wheat flour

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1 and 1/2 T. dry yeast

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2 large eggs + water to equal 1/2 cup

3 T. oil

3 T. sugar + water to equal 1/4 cup

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2 c. whole wheat flour

1/4 c. vital wheat gluten

2 tsp. sea salt

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Up to 3 cups more whole wheat flour

 

In a large bowl: mix  warm  water  and  oil.  Stir in 2 cups whole wheat flour. When lukewarm,  mix  in  yeast;  set aside to sponge for 15 minutes.  Mix in eggs/water; add oil; add sugar/water,  stir.  Combine the next  2 cups whole wheat flour with the vital wheat gluten and sea salt,  add  to  bread  mixture, stir thoroughly. Next, add up to 3 cups whole wheat flour (1/2 cup at a time)  until dough forms a soft ball.  Knead for 12 to 15 minutes by hand  (or 6 to 7 minutes by bread mixer on low speed).  Dough will  be smooth,  but should be just slightly sticky.  Oil dough, turn and coat.  Cover and let rise until doubled (about 35 to 45 minutes, though it may take longer).  Grease and flour 3 loaf pans. Punch down dough, divide into three even pieces;form loaves and gently press each loaf into a prepared pan;  cover.  Let rise about 20 to 30 minutes,   or until loaves are about 1 inch above rim of loaf pan.   Pre-heat oven to 350° Bake bread  for 30  minutes,  or until tops are golden brown and bread sounds  hollow when tapped.   Remove  from  oven, let cool  in pans about 8 minutes;  remove to cooling rack or towel. Cool completely for best slicing results; use a serrated knife for cutting more evenly.

 

3 loaves of Janet's Ultimate Whole Wheat Bread is enough for one person / 30 days. It freezes very well (freeze until ready to use to  keep the  extra  loaves fresh.  Or slice and divide before freezing). 

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