Oatmeal Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in the cup of milk or water.
2. 2
   Put into large mixing bowl the 2 cups lukewarm water.
3. 3
   Add shortening, syrup and molasses and then add yeast.
4. 4
   Add oatmeal.
5. 5
   Add salt to a cup of bread flour and add with more flour to make dough.
6. 6
   Mix well.
7. 7
   Add more flour as needed to make a stiff dough.
8. 8
   Knead for about 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Let rise until double.
10. 10
    Makes 2 loaves.
11. 11
    Form into loaves and let raise again until double.
12. 12
    Bake at 400° for 30 to 35 minutes.
13. 13
    (Grease pans.)