Cinnamon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk, pour over oats, sugar, shortening, raisins and salt; stir until dissolved and lukewarm.
2. 2
   Soften yeast in lukewarm water, add to milk mixture, beat egg and add, then gradually add the flour and mix to a soft dough.
3. 3
   Knead lightly on floured board for 10 minutes or until smooth and satiny.
4. 4
   Shape into ball and place in greased bowl.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise in warm place until double in bulk.
6. 6
   Punch down on lightly floured board, divide dough, cover and let rise for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Roll each portion into long rectangle.
8. 8
   Mix 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon, sprinkle over dough.
9. 9
   Roll up crosswise to form loaves with edges of dough underneath, place in greased 9 x 5 x 2 1/2-inch pans. Brush top with melted butter.
10. 10
    Cover and let rise in warm place until double in bulk, about 1 hour.
11. 11
    Bake in moderate oven (350°) 40 or 50 minutes.
12. 12
    Makes 2 loaves.