Oatmeal Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Pour boiling water over oatmeal. Cool until warm.
3. 3
   Add butter, molasses and yeast mix.
4. 4
   Blend in eggs.
5. 5
   Gradually mix in flour, adding enough to make a smooth dough.
6. 6
   Knead for 10 minutes on floured board.
7. 7
   Place in greased bowl; cover and let rise until double in size.
8. 8
   Punch down.
9. 9
   Shape into 2 loaves.
10. 10
    Place into greased loaf pans.
11. 11
    Paint top with melted butter and sprinkle with oatmeal.
12. 12
    Cover and let rise to double.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes or until done.
14. 14
    Serves 20 slices.