1/2 c  Cracked wheat
 1 1/2 c  Boiling water
     1 pk Dry yeast
   1/3 c  Warm water
   1/4 c  Shortening
 1 1/2 ts Salt
     2 tb Molasses
     2 tb Honey
     1 c  Warm water
     1 c  Wholewheat flour
     4 c  All-purpose flour
 Cook cracked wheat in the boiling water for 10 minutes, till all the
 water is absorbed.  Dissolve yeast in 1/3 c of warm water & let
 proof.  Stir together shortening, salt, molasses, honey & the rest of
 the water & add to cracked wheat.  Stir in the flours a little at a
 time.  When the dough is stiff, turn out onto a floured board & knead
 for 10 minutes, use extra flour if necessary.  Shape into a ball,
 place in oiled bowl, cover & let rise till doubled.  Punch down &
 shape into 2 loaves.  Let rise till doubled.  Bake at 375F for 30 to
 35 minutes.  Cool on racks.
 “Beard on Bread”
                
                 Yields       
                1 servings