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In a medium saucepan, combine water, honey and butter.
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Heat over low heat until liquids are warm (120 F to 130 F.) DO NOT BOIL.
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In a large bowl or a bread mixing machine, add 5 cups of flour, cooking oats, salt and yeast; mix to blend.
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Gradually mix in warm liquids and mix until liquids are absorbed.
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Add eggs and mix for about 3 minutes until all ingredients are well mixed together.
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Remove dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead in the remaining 1/2 cup of flour.
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Knead for about 5 minutes until dough is nice and smooth.
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Roll dough into a ball and place in a lightly greased bowl, turning to grease the top.
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Cover and let rise in a warm area until dough is doubled in bulk, about 1 hour.
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Punch dough down and divide into 8 equal pieces.
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Roll dough out into the shape of a log, about 12 inches long and about 1 1/4 inches round.
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Place dough log buns on 2 large cookie sheets lined with parchment paper, (4 on each sheet)and spaced.
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Cover and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 375u00b0F.
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In a small bowl, combine cold water and egg white and whisk until frothy.
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Brush tops of loaves with egg mixture.
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Sprinkle quick cooking oats over the top surface of the loaves.
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Bake in preheated 375 F oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until top is lightly browned and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.
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Cool buns on a wire rack.
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You are now ready to make your favorite Subway sandwich.
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You may also make 2 - 4 1/2 x 8 1/2 inch loaves.
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Bake at 375 F for 35 to 40 minutes or until done.
