Soft Oatmeal Bread

By Nanasjoy

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 cups water (70° to 80°)
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
• 2-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Preparation

Step 1

In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available.

Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed).

Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze cooled loaf in foil and place in resealable plastic freezer bag. To use, thaw at room temperature.
Yield: 1 loaf (2 pounds, 20 slices).