Whole-Wheat Bread - Straight Dough Method

Directions

1. Measure 1/2 cup of the hot liquid and when lukewarm add to the yeast.
2. To the remaining hot liquid add the sugar, salt and fat.
3. When lukewarm add the softened yeast and the flour and mix until a dough is formed.
4. Knead gently on a lightly flour board until smooth and elastic, place in a greased bowl, rub a little fat over the top of the dough and cover.
5. Allow to rise in a warm place until double in bulk.
6. Punch down lightly and let rise until almost double in bulk.
7. Cut and mold into loaves, place in greased pans, rub fat lightly on the tops of the loaves, and cover.
8. Let rise until nearly double in bulk.
9. Bake round loaves for 50 to 60 minutes in a moderately hot oven for 15 minutes, then reduce to moderate.