Honey Oatmeal Bread

Name: Honey Oatmeal Bread
Prep time: 4 h
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Yield: 18 1 1/2 lb loaves
Ingredients: 2 quarts hot water; 1 lb oatmeal; 1 dozen egg, beaten; 2 1/4 cups honey; 2 1/4 cups vegetable oil; 1/2 cup yeast; 3 tablespoons salt; 3 cups very warm water (not too hot); 8 -9 lbs hi-gluten flour; 3 lbs whole wheat flour

Submitted by Chef Samantha B

"This recipe makes 18 1 1/2 lb loaves. It freezes for longer storage very well by letting cool completly and then wrapping and sealing in freezer bags. Thaw on counter about 5 hours before service."

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Ready In:: 4hrs 30mins
Ingredients:: 10
Yields:: 18 1 1/2 lb loaves

ingredients

2 quarts hot water
1 lb oatmeal
1 dozen egg, beaten
2 ¹⁄₄ cups honey
2 ¹⁄₄ cups vegetable oil
¹⁄₂ cup yeast
3 tablespoons salt
3 cups very warm water (not too hot)
8 -9 lbs hi-gluten flour
3 lbs whole wheat flour

directions

Put hot water and oatmeal in large bowl. Let set for about 5 minutes to soften.
In measuring cup put warm water and add the 1/2 c of yeast to soften. Set aside.
After the 5 minutes add the beaten eggs to the oatmeal and let set for 3-5 minutes.
Add oil, honey, salt and yeast/water mix to the bowl and combined. Add flour gradually alternating between white and wheat flour to the mixture. Once everything is mixed together, knead with your hands for another 8-10 minutes. Let rise 3 times at 30 minutes intervals. Making sure to punch down everytime at the 30 minute mark. After rising 3 times divide into 26 oz pieces and then shape into loaves and let rise again till doubled in size about 30-45 minutes. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until done. You should be able to tap the top of the loaf and it sound hollow.