Molasses Raisin Rye Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 (1/4 ounce) packages fast rising yeast
3 1/2 cups water
1 cup powdered milk
2 cups raisins
2 cups rye flour
1 cup oatmeal
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
3 -4 cups white flour
1/2 - 3/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup oil
4 teaspoons salt

Preparation

Soak yeast in 1/2 c water 120 degrees.
Combine yeast,water,raisins,powdered milk,rye flour,honey and caraway seeds.
Add enough white flour,about 2 c to make batter for sponge.
Let rise until fluffy. Stir in molasses,oil an salt.
Add enough addition flour 1 c at a time to make a kneadable dough.
Divide dough into 3 parts.
Form into round loaves.Place on greased cookie sheets.Let rise uncovered,for 1 hour in warm place till double in bulk. Bake 375 for 10 minjutes,reduce heat 350 bake 30-35 minutes.
Cool on wire rack.If you prefer-.
You may flatten dough and roll tightly,seal ends.And place in greased 9x5 bread pans.