Old-Fashioned Porridge and Molasses Bread

Old-Fashioned Porridge and Molasses Bread
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    3 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    48 People
  • VIEWS
    12

A timeless recipe that fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma and yields a hearty loaf perfect for toasting or pairing with savory dishes. Its excellent freezing quality ensures you always have a slice of homemade goodness on hand.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    23 g
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    197 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
20 mins

In a large bowl, pour boiling water over oats and shortening. Stir until shortening melts. Let stand for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. (Time: 20 minutes)

02

Step
10 mins

In a separate bowl, dissolve sugar in lukewarm water. Add yeast and let stand for 10 minutes, until foamy. Stir with a fork. (Time: 10 minutes)

03

Step
7 mins

Stir the yeast mixture into the cooled oat mixture along with molasses and salt. Cool to lukewarm, about 5-10 minutes. Beat in 2 1/2 cups of flour, then gradually add the remaining flour as needed to form a dough. (Time: 5-10 minutes)

04

Step
1 hrs 30 mins

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours. (Time: 90 minutes)

05

Step
1 hrs

Punch the dough down gently. Divide and shape into 4 loaves. Place in greased 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch bread pans. Cover and let rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour. (Time: 60 minutes)

06

Step
15 mins

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (Time: 15 minutes)

07

Step
33 mins

Bake in the preheated oven until the tops are golden brown, about 30-35 minutes. (Time: 30-35 minutes)

For a richer flavor, try using brown sugar instead of white sugar.
If you don't have shortening, butter or coconut oil can be substituted.
To ensure the yeast is active, make sure the water is lukewarm, not hot.
Freezing the bread after baking and slicing is a great way to preserve freshness.
This bread is excellent with a smear of butter and a drizzle of honey.

Holden Howe

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Cornell Medhurst

    The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. My loaf came out perfect! Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  • Helen Prohaska

    I've been making this bread for years, and it's always a hit. It freezes beautifully, which is a huge plus for me.

  • Yessenia Jenkins

    This bread is amazing! The smell alone is worth making it. I love having it with my morning coffee.

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