Whole Wheat Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix yeast and warm water and set aside.
2. 2
   Pour hot water over shortening, sugar and salt.
3. 3
   Mix dry milk with 1 cup whole wheat flour, add hot water mixture and 1 cup cold water, then add yeast mixture.
4. 4
   Add 6-7 cups of whole wheat flour.
5. 5
   Knead until smooth and elastic and let rise almost double--then time as follows:.
6. 6
   Let rise 40 minuets- punch down; 20 minuets - punch down; 20 minuets punch down.
7. 7
   Shape in 3 loaves and place in 3 small greased bread pans.
8. 8
   Allow to rise until double in bulk.
9. 9
   Bake at 375F for 40-45 minutes.