2 pkg. dry active yeast
3 c. warm water
3/4 c. honey
1/2 c. butter or oil
1 tbsp. salt
5 c. whole wheat flour
3 c. white flour

Allow yeast to soften in water for a few minutes. Add honey, butter or oil, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat with mixer at low speed for 7 minutes. Add 2-3 cups of additional flour. Knead until dough is smooth and elastic. Let rise until double in bulk, 1 hour.

Punch dough down. Form into 2 loaves. Place into greased 9 x 5 inch pans. Let rise 40 minutes. Bake in preheated 375 degree oven for 40-45 minutes. Brush tops with melted butter after baking.