Whole Wheat Bread made EASY!!

I have had some requests for whole wheat bread recipe using a mixer. Well, I just so happen to have one that works fabulously!! I use this recipe monthly and I love it. It's the best bread I've ever had!! Depending on the size of your mixer, you can double or triple your recipe. I usually make 6 loaves at a time and put 5 in the freezer. If you do freeze them, make sure to defrost them in the refrigerator so they will not mold as quickly. Enjoy!!

HONEY WHOLE WHEAT BREAD using a Kitchen Aid (or Bosch)
6-7 C Fresh Whole Wheat Flour
1 1/2 T SAF Instant Yeast
1 1/2 T Vital Gluten
1 T Salt
1/3 C Honey
1/3 C Oil
2 1/2 C Warm Water (120 F)

Combine all ingredients into Kitchen Aid bowl. Using dough hook mix well for 1-2 minutes on speed 2. Turn off mixer, cover the bowl and let dough sponge 10-15 minutes. After dough has sponged, turn on the mixer to speed 2 for an additional 5-6 minutes. Add additional flour or water if needed. Do not allow dough to get too stiff or dry. Dough should be smooth and elastic; sticking slightly to the sides of the bowl. When done kneading, put a little oil on the rolling surface. Turn the dough out and form into 2 loaves. Allow to rise until double in size (about 1/2 hour). Bake loaves for 23-28 minutes in a 350 degree oven. Bread is cooked through when it sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom and when the top and sides are golden brown in color.