Oatmeal Bran Bread

==Description==
Food energy per slice (1/15 of 1 loaf): 79 calories.
== Ingredients ==
* 1 cup oatmeal
* 2 cup water
* ¼ cup light or dark molasses
* 2 tbsp vegetable oil
* ½ tsp salt
* 1 pkg active dry yeast (1 tbsp)
* ½ cup warm water (110-115°F)
* 1 cup bran
* ¼ cup soy flour
* ½ cup wheat germ
* 3 cup whole wheat flour
== Directions ==
# Cook the oatmeal according to directions in 2 cups water.
# Add the molasses oil and salt.
# Cool to lukewarm.
# Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and add to the oatmeal mixture.
# Stir in the bran, soy flour, and wheat germ.
# Beat in the whole wheat flour, adding a little at a time, until the dough is stiff.
# Knead the dough on a floured surface until it is smooth and elastic.
# Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place in a lightly oiled bowl until doubles in bulk.
# Punch down and knead again until smooth and elastic.
# Divide the dough into two loaves.
# Shape and put into lightly oiled bread pans.
# Let rise until doubled.
# Bake in a 375°F oven about 40 minutes, or until brown and sounds hollow when tapped on top.
# Remove from pan immediately and cool on wire rack.
Category:Dessert loaf Recipes