1/2 c. warm water
1/4 tsp. ginger
2 pkg. dry yeast
1 tsp. honey

Combine above ingredients and place in a warm spot to bubble. Then mix the following together and combine with the yeast mixture.

1 c. warm water
5 tbsp. molasses
2 c. whole wheat flour
1/2 c. milk powder

Cover the bowl and let rise in a warm place. Then mix in:

3/4 c. warm water
3 c. whole wheat flour
3 tbsp. butter

Knead until smooth and stiff (this bread is coarse and will not hold up unless dough is stiff). Return to oiled bowl and oil top of dough. Cover with a warm, damp cloth and let rise until doubled. Knead well and put into 2 oiled loaf pans. Brush top with melted butter and let rise. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.