Hearty Whole Wheat Brown Bread

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well to combine all the dry ingredients.

2.In a separate bowl, mix the warm water, olive oil, and honey until the honey is dissolved.

3.Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

4.Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

5.Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

6.Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.

7.Cover the loaf pan with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it has risen above the rim of the pan.

8.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

9.Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.

10.Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.