Oatmeal Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Place oats in bowl, pour boiling water over it; add 1/4 cup brown sugar and milk.
2. 2
   When mixture is only warm, crumble in yeast.
3. 3
   Sift and measure 2 cups flour, add and beat smooth.
4. 4
   Let stand in a warm place until light and bubbly.
5. 5
   Stir in salt, melted margarine and other 1/4 cup brown sugar.
6. 6
   Sift, measure and add 3 1/2 to 4 cups flour.
7. 7
   Knead until smooth.
8. 8
   Cover closely or grease top.
9. 9
   Let stand until double in bulk.
10. 10
    Punch down.
11. 11
    When light again, form into loaves.
12. 12
    Place in well-greased pans.
13. 13
    Brush tops with egg white (beaten slightly) and sprinkle quick oats over loaves.
14. 14
    Let stand until double in bulk.
15. 15
    Bake at 350° to 375° for 55 to 60 minutes.
16. 16
    Remove from pans at once.