Best Wheat Bread

Directions

1. Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Combine 5 cups hot water, 4 cups flour, whole wheat flour and salt in large mixer bowl, mixing until smooth. Add yeast, remaining 4 cups flour, oil and honey.
2. Mix for 10 minutes, adding enough flour to make a soft dough. Place on oiled surface. Shape into 4 loaves. Place in greased loaf pans. Let rise 1 to 2 inches above pan.
3. Heat oven to 400 degrees F; reduce heat. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.