Oatmeal Knots

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl, and add 2 cups boiling water, stirring until well blended. Cool to room temperature.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in 1/3 cup warm water in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Add yeast mixture to oats mixture; stir well.
4. 4
   Stir in flaxseed meal.
5. 5
   Gradually add 3 cups whole wheat flour and 1 cup all-purpose flour to oats mixture; stir until a soft dough forms.
6. 6
   Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until smooth and elastic (about 8 minutes); add enough of remaining all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, to prevent dough from sticking to hands (dough will feel tacky).
7. 7
   Place dough in a large bowl coated with cooking spray, turning to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in size.
8. 8
   Punch dough down, and let rest for 5 minutes.
9. 9
   Divide dough in half; cut each half into 12 equal portions.
10. 10
    Working with one portion at a time (cover remaining dough to prevent from drying), shape each portion into an 8-inch rope. Tie each rope into a single knot; tuck top end of rope under bottom edge of roll.
11. 11
    Place each roll on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
12. 12
    Cover with plastic wrap coated with cooking spray; let rise in a warm place (85F), free from drafts, for 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
13. 13
    Preheat oven to 400°F.
14. 14
    Combine 1 teaspoon water and egg in a small bowl; brush egg mixture over rolls.
15. 15
    Combine 1 tablespoon oats, poppy seeds, and sesame seeds; sprinkle evenly over rolls.
16. 16
    Bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
17. 17
    Cool on wire racks.