Pumpkin Yeast Bread Loaves

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups warm water (105-115 F)
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pumpkin puree

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, honey, oil, and salt. Stir until blended.
2. Add the flour and pumpkin puree and stir until combined and a shaggy dough forms.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes.
4. Shape the dough into two loaves and place in greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
5. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Bake the loaves for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A, which helps with healthy vision.
• Yeast is a type of fungus that helps dough to rise.
• Freshly baked bread is a great source of comfort and warmth.