Hearty Whole Wheat Bread

1.In a small bowl, combine warm water, honey, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2.In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and salt. Mix well.

3.Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil.

4.Stir the mixture until it forms a dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

5.Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

6.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 doubles in size.

7.After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Shape it into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.

8.Cover the loaf with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes until it puffs up.

9.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

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

11.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.