Three Flour Braided Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl thoroughly mix 2 1/4 cups white flour, sugar, salt and undissolved yeast.
2. 2
   Add margarine.
3. 3
   Gradually add warm water to ingredients and beat 2 minutes at medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally.
4. 4
   Add 1 cup white flour.
5. 5
   Beat at high speed 2 minutes, scraping occasionally.
6. 6
   Portion equal amounts of batter into 3 bowls.
7. 7
   To the first add 2 tablespoons molasses and whole wheat flour, to make a soft dough.
8. 8
   Turn out onto lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Cover and set aside.