Mother'S Oatmeal Bread

1. 1

   Stir together in large mixer bowl, boiling water, rolled oats, shortening, brown sugar and salt.

2. 2

   Cool to lukewarm, then dissolve yeast in warm water and add yeast, eggs and 1/2 flour to lukewarm mixture.

3. 3

   Beat 2 minutes at medium speed on mixer or 300 vigorous strokes by hand.

4. 4

   Scrape sides and bottom of bowl frequently.

5. 5

   Add rest of flour and mix with spoon until flour is thoroughly blended into dough.

6. 6

   Knead until dough is smooth and elastic and quits being sticky.

7. 7

   Cover and let rise until doubled in size.

8. 8

   Punch down and then shape into 3 loaves.

9. 9

   Place in 3 greased pans. Cover and let rise until doubled.

10. 10

    Bake 40 to 45 minutes at 350u00b0. When baked, brush tops with butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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