Make the starter:

• In the bread machine pan combine 1/4 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1 Tablespoon flour and 1 teaspoon yeast. Stir to dissolve. Let rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Make the dough:

• After 30 mins, to the starter, add the dough ingredients 1 1/4 cup warm water, 2 Tablespoons of honey, 3 Tablespoon melted butter, 1 teaspoon salt, 3 1/2 cups unbleached white flour, 1 Tablespoon bran flakes, and 1/4 cup whole wheat flour. Stir with wooden spoon.
• Set your bread machine to dough setting. Mine usually take 2 hours and 20 minutes.

• After the dough has risen, and done, form the dough into a smooth ball.
• Place  the dough into a baking pan or from into a loaf shape ( free form or use a loaf pan) and cover with a warm damp cloth. Let rest for 30-40 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 380.

Bake the bread:

• Score the loaf with a sharp knife.

• Sprinkle with some water and place in the pre-heated oven.
• Bake for 40 minute or until crust is golden brown. Remove the bread from the oven and from the pan. Let cool about 30 minutes.
• Enjoy a fresh, warm, delicious whole wheat bread.