You figured out what went wrong- you'll want to add more water if the dough is stiff and hard to knead by hand. Vital wheat gluten loves water and needs it so it can stretch and hold the air bubbles. Your climate and your flour may be dry, and you can adjust with a few extra tablespoons of water until the dough is soft and supple. You certainly can double the ingredients to make two loaves, just be sure your mixer or your hands can handle the larger amount of dough. And yes, add raisins or nuts - a total of about one cup- either toward the end of the kneading or roll them in after the rise. Happy baking! Laurie@KAF

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