Maui Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 cup lukewarm water, yeast and honey.
2. 2
   Set aside in a warm place until yeast is thoroughly dissolved.
3. 3
   Combine 3 cups lukewarm water, eggs, salt and 5 cups of flour; beat well.
4. 4
   Add the yeast mixture and beat in well.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise in warm place for 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Then add rest of ingredients but just enough of the flour to handle dough (dough should be slightly sticky).
7. 7
   Knead for 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Cover and let rise in warm place until double its size.
9. 9
   Punch down and shape into loaves.
10. 10
    Place into greased bread pans and let rise in warm place until double in size.
11. 11
    Bake in 400° oven for 15 minutes; lower to 350° and bake 30 minutes or until bread draws away from pan.
12. 12
    When done, remove from pan immediately and brush tops with oil (optional).
13. 13
    Cool thoroughly before storing away in refrigerator or freezer in plastic bags.
14. 14
    Makes 4 loaves.