Wheat Bread

NICOLA RATING: 3.5 STARS
JOSH RATING:  4 STARS

This recipe is my Aunt Lorna's.  She has a fabulous reputation for her baking, at least in my family.  She's pretty much amazing and like the nicest lady I know. 
When I moved to Arizona, I discovered there was no good bread in the grocery stores here.  But if you want tortillas, I can hook you up!  Anyway, I got tired of paying $3-$4 for a loaf of crappy wonder bread.  So, I searched for a good bread recipe that both Josh and I liked.  And this is my favorite so far.  Plus, it is easy and always turns out great!

2 TB SAF instant yeast
4 tsp salt
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
4 1/2 cups hot water
5 1/4 cups wheat flour
5-7 cups white flour

Mix all ingredients in mixer for 10 minutes.  Let dough rise for 1 1/2 hours.  Punch dough down and form into four loaves. 

I had to take a picture of this because usually my loaves look pretty ugly and this one was perfect.

Put into greased pans and let rise until doubled (about 30 minutes).  Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.  Lower heat to 325 degrees and bake for another 20 minutes.  Remove from oven and brush tops of loaves with butter while still hot.