Cracked Wheat Bread I

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Bread Machine Pan: Ensure your bread machine pan is clean and dry. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Add the Ingredients: Following the order recommended by your bread machine's manufacturer (usually liquids first), add the warm water, softened butter, dry milk powder, brown sugar, salt, bread flour, whole wheat flour, cracked wheat, and active dry yeast to the bread machine pan. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Select the Cycle: Choose the 'basic' or 'regular' cycle with a 'light' crust setting on your bread machine. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Start the Machine: Press the 'Start' button to begin the baking cycle. (1 minute)

Recipe View 5 mins Monitor the Dough (Optional): During the first few minutes of kneading, check the dough's consistency. If it seems too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time. If it seems too wet, add a tablespoon of bread flour at a time, until a smooth, elastic dough forms. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 hrs 30 mins Bake: Allow the bread machine to complete its cycle, which typically takes around 3-4 hours, depending on your machine. (180-240 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Cool: Once the baking cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. (60 minutes)