WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

2 tablespoons yeast
2 3/4 cups of warm water
1/4 cup soft or melted butter
4 1/2 cups wheat flour (Prairie Gold)
1/2 cup honey or brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup smooth apple sauce (I used baby food)
2 3/4 cups -3 3/4 cups wheat flour

1. Dissolve the yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar.
2. Add the wheat flour, butter, honey, salt and apple sauce. Beat until smooth.
3. Add enough of the remaining flour to create a smooth, elastic dough that can be handled.
4. Let rise until doubled. Form into three medium size loaves or two large loaves.
5. Place in a greased loaf pans and let rise until doubled.
6. Bake at 350 degree for 40-50 minutes or until done.