Molasses Oatmeal Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. quick oats
2 c. water
1/4 c. margarine
1/2 c. molasses
1 Tbsp. salt
2 pkg. yeast
1 c. warm water
3 c. all-purpose flour
3 c. whole wheat flour

Preparation

In saucepan, bring 2 cups water to boil.
Gradually stir in oats.
Cook, stirring, until thick (about 1 minute).
Remove from heat; add salt, molasses and margarine.
Cool to lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast over 1 cup lukewarm water in large bowl.
Stir until dissolved.
Add lukewarm molasses mixture and 3 cups of flour.
Beat until smooth.
Gradually add remaining flour, mixing with hands.
Knead for 10 to 12 minutes, adding more flour if needed.