My sister and I were in 4-H, and Mom was our breads project leader for years. Because of that early training, fresh homemade bread like this is a staple in my own kitchen. -Karen Wingate, Coldwater, Kansas

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast

2-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)

1/3 cup butter, softened

1/3 cup honey

3 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon salt

1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder

4-1/2 cups whole wheat flour

2-3/4 to 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add butter, honey, sugar, salt, milk powder and 3 cups whole wheat flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in remaining whole wheat flour and enough all-purpose flour to form a soft dough. , Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Place in a grease