"This wheat loaf is nothing like your standard "health bread" ? the oats make it soft and slightly sweet, ideal for sandwiches or buttered toast...."
INGREDIENTS
•
2 cups whole milk
•
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick-cooking) plus additional for topping
•
1/2 cup warm water (105-115°F)
•
2 tablespoons active dry yeast (from 3 packages)
•
1/2 cup mild honey
•
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled, plus additional for buttering pans
•
3 cups stone-ground whole-wheat flour
•
About 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
•
1 tablespoon salt
•
Vegetable oil for oiling bowl
•
1 large egg, lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon water