WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

makes 4 loaves

1/3 cup brown sugar
2 cups warm water (105 to 115 degrees F.)
2 teaspoons dry yeast
5-6 cups whole wheat flour
3/4 cup powdered milk
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Dissolve 1 tablespoon of the brown sugar in water and add yeast. Let mixture stand for 10 minutes.
Place 4 cups flour, powdered milk, remaining brown sugar, and salt in bowl.
Gradually mix in the yeast mixture. Turn onto work surface, and knead in remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time until dough is smooth. Shape dough into a smooth ball and place in a greased bowl, rotating dough to grease surface.
Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled (about 1 1/2 hours). Keep in a warm place.
Punch down, and shape into 4 loaves. Place in greased 81/2 by 41/2-inch loaf pans.
Cover and let rise again until doubled (about 1 hour). Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for 15 minutes.
Reduce oven to 350 degrees and bake 30 minutes longer. Remove from pans immediately and cool on wire racks.