Makes 2 loaves

350

30-40 minutes

Combine in large bowl

1 c. quick oats

1/2 c. whole wheat flour

1/2 c. brown sugar

1 T. salt

2 T. butter

Pour over:

2 c. boiling water

Stir to combine

Dissolve:

1 pkg. dry yeast in 1/2 c. warm water

When batter is cooled to lukewarm, add yeast:

Stir in 5 c. white flour

When dough is stiff enough to handle, turn onto floured board and

knead 5-10 minutes. Place in greased bowl, cover, and let rise until

doubled. Punch down and let rise again. Shape into 2 loaves and place

in greased 9x5x3 pans. Bake at 350 for 30-40 minutes. Cool on rack

brushing loaves with margarine for a soft crust.

From More-with-less Cookbook

I love this recipe. Neighbor across the street has the same cook

book and we almost said “and the oatmeal bread recipe is the best”

simultaneously. Kids love it. Lots of compliments when ever I make it.