Oatmeal Raisin Bread

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water.

2. 2

   Combine milk and cold water and heat until almost boiling.

3. 3

   Pour hot liquid over butter, honey, raisins and salt in a large bowl and stir until butter melts.

4. 4

   Cool to lukewarm.

5. 5

   Add the yeast mixture and oats. Beat in 2 cups of the flour until mixture is smooth.

6. 6

   Add remaining flour and stir to make a soft dough.

7. 7

   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until elastic, about 10 minutes. Place in a greased bowl.

8. 8

   Turn to coat and let stand, covered, until doubled in size.

9. 9

   Punch dough down and shape to form 2 loaves.

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    Place in greased loaf pans.

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    Cover and let rise until nearly doubled.

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    Bake at 375u00b0 for 45 minutes or until bread sounds hollow when tapped.

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    Cool on racks.

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    Yields 2 loaves.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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