2 env. yeast
1 c. very warm water
2 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. butter
1/4 c. honey
1 tbsp. salt
1/2 c. instant potatoes
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. plain wheat germ
7-8 c. flour, white

1. Sprinkle yeast over water.

2. Heat buttermilk, salt, butter and honey together. Stir in potato flakes. Combine with yeast.

3. Stir in soda, wheat germ and 3 cups flour. Add rest of flour.

4. Knead. Place in greased bowl. Let raise until double, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

5. Punch down, let rest 10 minutes.

6. Shape into 2 loaves (large). Place in pans and let arise.

7. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes.