Fabulous Homemade Bread

Recipe View 5 mins In the mixing bowl of an electric mixer, combine 1/2 cup warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/4 cup bread flour, and yeast. Allow to proof for approximately 5 minutes, until bubbly.

Recipe View 2 mins Add oats, 4 1/2 cups warm water, whole wheat flour, salt, 2/3 cup sugar, and 2/3 cup oil to the mixing bowl. Using a dough hook, mix on low speed for 1-2 minutes. Gradually increase speed and incorporate bread flour, 1/2 to 1 cup at a time, until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl. Note that humidity levels can affect the amount of flour needed, and a slightly sticky dough is normal.

Recipe View 1 hrs Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, ensuring the surface is coated. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm environment for 1 hour, or until the dough has doubled in size.

Recipe View 1 hrs Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Shape each portion into a loaf and place in greased 8 x 4 inch pans. Allow to rise until the dough reaches approximately 1 inch above the rim of the pans, typically around 1 hour.

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.