Honey Oat Bread

Makes 2 Loaves

2 Tbsp dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/4 cup shortening or oil
1/3 cup honey
1 Tbsp salt
2 cups boiling water
6-6 1/2 cups flour
2 cups rolled oats
1/4 cup instant nonfat dry milk powder

Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. In 2 cups boiling water, melt shortening; add honey & salt. Cool to lukewarm. Combine 2 cups flour, the oats, and dry milk. Stir into cooled shortening and honey liquid. Add yeast, and beat with an electric mixer at high speed for 3-4 minutes. Add remaining flour and knead to make a smooth, elastic dough. Cover and let rise until double in bulk. Divide dough and shape into laves. Place in greased bread pans and bake at 350 for 50 minutes.