2 1/2 c. rye flour
1/3 c. brown sugar
2 pkgs. dry yeast
1 tbsp. salt

Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup, level off. Combine all ingredients in large mixer bowl; blend.

2 c. water
1/4 c. molasses
1/4 c. butter

Heat in pan over low heat until very warm. Add to flour mixture. Blend at low speed until moistened. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed.

3 1/2 c. white flour

Stir in white flour to form a sticky dough.

1/2-1 1/2 c. white flour

Knead dough, adding flour until dough is smooth and no longer sticky, about 5 minutes. Place dough in greased bowl, cover. Let rise in warm place until light and not quite double in size (45 to 60 minutes). Punch down and divide into 2 parts. Let rise and bake at 375 degrees for 25 to 35 minutes.