Oatmeal Casserole Bread

3 C. flour
1 C. quick or old fashioned oats (uncooked)
2 tsp. salt
2 pkgs. active dry yeast
1/3 C. honey
1/2 C. margarine
2 eggs (beaten)

Early in the day, in a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cup flour, oats, salt and yeast. In medium saucepan, on low, heat 1 cup water, honey and margarine until very warm, 120? to 130? F. With mixer at low speed, gradually pour liquid into dry ingredients. Increase speed to medium and beat two minutes. With spoon, stir in eggs and remaining flour until well blended. Cover bowl with a towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Turn on oven to 350? and grease well a 2 qt. casserole dish. Bake 50 minutes or until it sounds hollow when tapped. Cool in casserole for 10 minutes, then remove and cool on a wire rack. Rub top with butter if you desire a softer top.
Doris, S. Indiana

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