Maple Oatmeal Bread

Submitted by: andyjo

1 c. oatmeal
3 T. butter, cut up
1 c. boiling water
1 c. scalded milk, cooled
1/3 c. maple syrup
2 t. salt
1 c. whole wheat flour
1 1/2 c. bread flour
1 T. yeast
1 egg
1 1/2-2 c. flour

Mix yeast, 1t. sugar and 1/4 c. warm water, set aside. Mix boiling water, butter and oatmeal, cool, add rest. Mix well, knead for 6-8 minutes, adding more flour if too sticky. Let rise until double, punch down and shape into 2 loaves. Let rise again until double. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes.

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