Ingredients

  • 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
  • 3 teaspoons sugar, divided
  • 2-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
  • 3 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup oat bran
  • 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sunflower kernels
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Method

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the whole wheat flour, oats, oat bran, wheat germ, flaxseed, egg, oil, salt, 1 cup all-purpose flour and remaining sugar. Beat until smooth. Stir in the sunflower kernels, raisins and enough remaining flour to form a firm dough (dough will be sticky).
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Shape into two round loaves. Place on a
  • coated with cooking spray. Cover and let rise until nearly doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from
  • to wire rack to cool.