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2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2-1/2 cups warm whole milk (110 degrees to 115 degrees )
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 TSPs salt
8 to 8-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk.
Add honey, butter, salt and 5 cups flour; beat until smooth.
Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes.
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down and shape into 2 loaves.
Place in greased 9x5"
loaf pans.
Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Bake at 375 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Cover loosely with foil if top browns too quickly.
Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.
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