Molasses Raisin Rye Bread

Truly delicious....

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Yields: 3 loaves

Ingredients

• 2 (1/4ounce) packages fast rising yeast
• 3 1⁄2 cups water
• 1  cup powdered milk
• 2  cups raisins
• 2  cups  rye flour
• 1  cup oatmeal
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 2  tablespoons caraway seeds
• 3 -4  cups white flour
• 1⁄2-3⁄4 cup molasses
• 1⁄2 cup  oil
• 4  teaspoons salt

Directions

1. Soak yeast in 1/2 c water 120 degrees.
2. Combine yeast,water,raisins,powdered milk,rye flour,honey and caraway seeds.
3. Add enough white flour,about 2 c to make batter for sponge.
4. Let rise until fluffy. Stir in molasses,oil an salt.
5. Add enough addition flour 1 c at a time to make a kneadable dough.
6. Divide dough into 3 parts.
7. Form into round loaves.Place on greased cookie sheets.Let rise uncovered,for 1 hour in warm place till double in bulk. Bake 375 for 10 minjutes,reduce heat 350 bake 30-35 minutes.
8. Cool on wire rack.If you prefer-.
9. You may flatten dough and roll tightly,seal ends.And place in greased 9x5 bread pans.