Egg wash: 1 egg white mixed with 1 teaspoon water(optional)
Oats for topping(optional)
Instructions
In a stand mixer bowl, combine yeast, 1 1/2 cups flour, oats and salt. Add water, oil and molasses to flour mixture; blend on low speed using a paddle attachment. Beat 2 to 3 minutes on medium speed. Add egg; beat 1 minute. Gradually mix in enough of the remaining flour to make a stiff batter. Scrape batter from side of bowl. NOTE: For hand mixing: following above steps, mix ingredients in large mixing bowl using a wooden spoon or dough whisk.
Cover; let rise in warm place until doubled, about 30 to 40 minutes.
Stir down batter. Pour into greased 1 1/2 or 2-quart casserole dish or skillet. Cover; let rise in warm place about 30 minutes. Lightly brush with egg wash and sprinkle oats over the top of loaf (optional).
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes or until well browned on sides and top. Remove from casserole dish/skillet. If desired, brush with butter; cool on rack.