| 1 | Place first 5 ingredients inside the bread pan. |
| 2 | Add molasses and water. |
| 3 | Close cover and place dry yeast into the yeast holder. |
| 4 | Select: whole wheat dough mode. |
| 5 | Press start. |
| 6 | (breadmaker completes the basic dough mode 3 hours and 15 minutes later) Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. |
| 7 | Roll each portion on a lightly floured surface into a ball. |
| 8 | Cover with a plastic wrap and rest for 20 minutes. |
| 9 | Using the palm of the hand, roll each unit on a lightly floured surface into a rope of about 10 inches long. |
| 10 | Twist once where the dough overlaps. |
| 11 | Lift ends across to opposite edges. |
| 12 | Tuck ends under. |
| 13 | Place on a greased baking pan. |
| 14 | Spray water on top. |
| 15 | Proof at 90 °F for 30 to 50 minutes. |
| 16 | Brush with beaten egg. |
| 17 | Add any desired toppings. |
| 18 | Bake in 375 deg. |
| 19 | Oven for 15 to 22 minutes |
