Cracked Wheat Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   In another bowl, pour the milk over butter, molasses and cracked wheat mixture, stirring until lukewarm, then combine with yeast and water, stirring.
3. 3
   Gradually add half the flour and beat for 3 minutes, then add the rest of flour (needed) to make a stiff dough.
4. 4
   Turn out onto lightly floured board and knead until satiny smooth.
5. 5
   Place in greased bowl.
6. 6
   Turn once.
7. 7
   Cover with clean cloth and place in a warm spot.
8. 8
   Let rise 40 minutes.
9. 9
   Punch down, shape into loaves and place in greased bread pans.
10. 10
    Bake in 375° oven for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Lower heat to 350° and bake for 40 more minutes.
12. 12
    Remove from pans to rack; cool.