Molasses Oatmeal Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Combine oatmeal and boiling water.
3. 3
   Let stand 1 hour until cool.
4. 4
   Add next 7 ingredients.
5. 5
   Mix well and let rise.
6. 6
   Add rest of flour and knead well.
7. 7
   Let rise again. Form into loaves.
8. 8
   Let rise until light.
9. 9
   Bake about 45 minutes. Makes 3 large or 4 medium loaves.
10. 10
    This bread freezes well. Can also be made into tea rolls.