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

• Special equipment: 2 (8- by 4-inch) loaf pans

Description

This Wheat Loaf Is Nothing Like Your Standard 'health Bread' — The Oats Make It Soft And Slightly Sweet, Ideal For Sandwiches Or Buttered Toast.

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