Shredded Wheat Bread by Marie
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours and 50 minutes
Description: Marie used to make this bread almost every Saturday. It smells heavenly coming out of the oven. A bread well worth the effort.
Recipe Category: Yeast Breads
Keywords: Breads, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours
Calories: 234.4 per serving
Fat Content: 4.5g
Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
Cholesterol Content: 1.5mg
Sodium Content: 149.6mg
Carbohydrate Content: 42.8g
Fiber Content: 1.4g
Sugar Content: 6.4g
Protein Content: 5.2g
Servings: 32
Yield: 4 loaves
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Shredded wheat biscuits |
| 4 | Salt |
| 1 | Molasses |
| 3 | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Dry yeast |
| 1/2 | Water |
| 3 | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 | Shortening |
| 10 | Boiling water |
| 2 | Vegetable oil |
Instructions
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In a large bowl, pour the boiling water over the shredded wheat biscuits.
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Stir in salt, shortening, and molasses.
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Cool to lukewarm.
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In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
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Add this to the lukewarm shredded wheat mixture.
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Stir in the flour, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
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When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured board. Knead until supple, about 8 minutes.
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Lightly oil a large bowl.
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Place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil.
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Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 2 hours.
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Deflate the dough and let rise again until doubled.
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Turn it out onto a lightly floured board.
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Divide dough into four equal pieces and form into loaves.
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Place the loaves into 4 lightly greased 9×5 inch loaf pans.
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Brush tops of loaves with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil.
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Cover the loaves with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
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Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
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Reduce heat to 350 F and bake for an additional 30-40 minutes, or until the bottom of the loaves sounds hollow when tapped.
This Shredded Wheat Bread recipe by Marie is a delightful creation that fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for large gatherings or simply as a wholesome treat for your family, each bite is a symphony of flavor and texture. With simple ingredients and clear instructions, Marie’s recipe ensures that even novice bakers can achieve excellent results. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with your favorite spread, this bread is sure to become a staple in your home.
