Buttermilk Honey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water; let stand until creamy (10 minutes).
2. 2
   Combine buttermilk, honey and yeast mixture in large bowl.
3. 3
   Add salt and 2 cups flour; whisk well.
4. 4
   Add remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time, mixing well with wooden spoon after each addition.
5. 5
   When dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and supple (6 minutes).
6. 6
   Lightly oil a large mixing bowl; place in dough.
7. 7
   Turn to coat with oil.
8. 8
   Cover with a damp cloth and put in a warm place to rise until double in volume (1 hour).
9. 9
   Preheat oven to 375°.
10. 10
    Deflate dough; turn it out onto lightly floured surface.
11. 11
    Divide dough into 2 equal pieces; form two loaves. Place loaves into two lightly greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pans.
12. 12
    Cover with damp cloth; let rise until double in volume (40 minutes). Lastly, bake at 375° for 30 minutes or until tops are golden brown.