Finnish Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water; set aside.
2. 2
   Mix together 4 cups warm water, honey, salt and whole wheat flour.
3. 3
   Add melted margarine and mix.
4. 4
   Add dissolved yeast.
5. 5
   Add white flour, 1 cup at a time, until it cannot be stirred anymore.
6. 6
   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead in enough flour to make a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
7. 7
   Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl; turn once and cover.
8. 8
   Let rise until double.