I use DOT5 too. I also used the wife (Fran) to do the pedal work. I know DOT5 is expensive, so you don't want to waste too much with seemingly excessive bleeding, but ...
We follow the procedure used by Rusted Nut:
Bleeding BrakesCommunication is the key here. Make sure she knows what to do: Hold the pedal and do not release it until you say so.