Oatmeal Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. quick oats
1/2 c. whole wheat flour
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 Tbsp. salt
2 Tbsp. margarine
2 c. boiling water
1 pkg. dry yeast
1 c. warm water
5 c. white flour

Preparation

Mix the first 5 ingredients in a very large bowl (4 to 5-quart).
Pour over the boiling water; stir to combine.
Dissolve yeast in 1 cup warm water; mix both together.
Stir in 5 cups white flour.
Knead dough, in bowl, for approximately 10 minutes, adding flour as needed.
Place dough in covered, greased bowl; let rise until doubled in size.
Punch down; shape into 2 loaves. Place in two 9 x 5 x 3-inch pans.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 30 to 40 minutes.
Cool on rack on side; brush with margarine for a soft crust.
Makes 2 loaves.