Thread: English Muffin Bread

ENGLISH MUFFIN BREAD
2 pkg. yeast
5 c. flour, divided
1 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
2 c. milk
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. water
Cornmeal
Combine 3 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt and soda. Heat liquids until very warm. Add to dry mix; beat well. Stir in 2 cups flour to make stiff batter. Spoon into two 8 x 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch bread pans that are greased and sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover; let rise in warm place 45 minutes. Microwave each loaf on high power for 6 minutes, 30 seconds. Surface of loaf will be flat and pale in color. Allow to rest 5 minutes before removing from pans. Slice.