Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c whole wheat flour
- 1 to 1 1/2 c flour
- 3/8 c wheat germ
- 2 tsp yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 c water
- 1/4 c honey
- 1/6 c shortening
- 1 egg
- 1/2 c walnuts; chopped
- 1/8 c sugar
- 1/8 c water
- 1/8 c walnuts; chopped
Instructions
Combine the wheat flour, 1 1/4 c flour, wheat germ, yeast, and salt.
In a small saucepan,heat the water, honey, and shortening. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add egg; beat until smooth. Stir in 1/2 c walnuts and enough flour to make a kneadable dough. Knead 5-6 minutes. Place in a greased bowl and turn once to grease the top. Let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down and shape into a ball. Flatten slightly and place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 35 minutes.
In a saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Brush over top of loaf. Sprinkle with 1/8 c walnuts. Bake 30-35 minutes at 375 degrees.

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