Oatmeal English Muffin Bread

5 ¼ C flour

1 C oats

2 pkgs yeast (about 4 ½ t)

1 T brown sugar

2 t salt

¼ t baking soda

2 C milk

½ C water

  

In a large bowl, combine 2 ¼ cups flour, oats, yeast, brown sugar, salt and baking soda. Combine the milk and water and heat the mixture until it is very warm but not hot to the touch. Gradually add it to the dry ingredients and beat well. Stir in remaining 3 cups of flour to make a stiff batter. Spoon into two greased loaf pans. You can coat the greased pans with cornmeal if you wish. Cover with a clean, damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove from pans immediately. To serve, slice and toast.