Ingredients
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 cups warm water (110° to 115°), divided1/3 cup sugar2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 tablespoon salt1/2 cup rye or whole wheat flour5-1/2 to 6 cups all-purpose flour
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of water. Add sugar, oil, salt, rye or whole wheat flour, 3 cups all-purpose flour and remaining water; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining all-purpose flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down. Divide in half. On a greased baking sheet, flatten each half to 1-in. thickness. Pierce each loaf several times with a fork. Cover and let rise in a warm place until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes.
Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
