Oatmeal Bread

* Exported from MasterCook *

Oatmeal Bread

Recipe By : Sharon Beck
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Breads

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 cups boiling water
1 cup oatmeal
1 package dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup sugar
5 1/2 cups flour -- approximately
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons butter

Pour boiling water over oatmeal, stir & set aside to cool to about 110*,
or lukewarm. In small bowl mix yeast, warm water, 1/4 c. sugar & 1/2 c.
flour until smooth. Cover & set aside in warm place until light, bubbly,
and at least doubled in volume. In mixing bowl, pour oatmeal mixture, yeast
mixture, remaining sugar, salt, and butter or margarine. Add remaining flour
gradually. Dough should not be stiff, but on the soft side. Turn dough over in
an oiled bowl, cover, and set aside to rise until doubled in bulk. Punch down
and shape into 2 loaves. Dough may be a bit sticky. Place in greased 8"
loaf pans. Cover & let
rise again until doubled in bulk. Bake at 350* for 30-35 minutes, or until
golden, and loaves sound hollow when tapped. Coat the top of the loaves with
butter or margarine when removed from pans.


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