Oatmeal Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Cook oats in 3 1/2 cups unsalted water.
2. 2
   Cool slightly, then add salt, sugar and 2 cups cold water.
3. 3
   When slightly more than lukewarm, add yeast which has been dissolved in 1/2 cup cool water.
4. 4
   Add flour to make a medium stiff dough.
5. 5
   Let rise 1 hour; knead.
6. 6
   Make into 3 loaves.
7. 7
   Let rise another hour, then bake at 400° for first few minutes, then lower temperature to 350° and bake 30 to 45 minutes until lightly browned.