Apple Wheat Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the water, sugar and yeast.
2. 2
   Stir to dissolve the yeast, then add the bran.
3. 3
   Blend well and set aside to soften.
4. 4
   In a wide saucepan, combine the milk, butter and salt.
5. 5
   Place over medium heat and stir until butter is melted.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
7. 7
   When milk is barely warm to the touch, stir in softened bran.
8. 8
   Add the whole wheat flour, apples and raisins.
9. 9
   Stir to combine.
10. 10
    Blend in enough bread flour to form a stiff dough.
11. 11
    Turn out onto a floured surface and knead, working in as much of the remaining flour as is necessary to create a cohesive dough.
12. 12
    Continue kneading until dough is soft but no longer sticks to the work surface.
13. 13
    Transfer to a greased bowl and cover with plastic wrap.Secure with an elastic band and set aside to rise until double in bulk.
14. 14
    Generously grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
15. 15
    Punch dough down, then turn out onto a floured surface.
16. 16
    Shape it into a loaf and place in prepared pan.
17. 17
    Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise.
18. 18
    When double in bulk, bake in pre-heated 375* oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the loaf sounds hollow when you tap the top.
19. 19
    Cool on a rack for 5 minutes, then turn out.