How to Make Mrs. Carrigan's Honey Wheat Bread - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few things in life more satisfying than the smell of freshly baked bread and the taste of warm, homemade slices straight from the oven. One of our favorite bread recipes comes from Mrs. Carrigan, a beloved neighbor and skilled baker. Her honey wheat bread is a family favorite, and its sweet, nutty flavor and soft, chewy texture make it perfect for sandwiches, toast, or simply enjoying on its own.

This recipe has been passed down through generations, and for good reason. It's...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup bread flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 loaf

  • Pour warm water, honey, butter, whole wheat flour, bread flour, salt, and yeast, respectively, into the pan of a bread machine.
  • Set the bread machine to Basic, 2 pound loaf, light crust, and select Start. Cool completely before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    149 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 210mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 107mg