Oatmeal Burger Buns

Directions

Measure ¼ cup warm water and stir yeast and 1 tablespoon of the molasses in the water.

Let stand until bubbly.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine margarine, remaining molasses, salt, brown sugar, oatmeal and the boiling water, stirring until margarine melts.

Add cool water and yeast to above mixture.

Beat in 4 cups of the flour, 1 cup at a time.

Turn out the dough onto a floured board and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes, adding more flour as needed to prevent sticking.

Turn dough over in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).

Punch dough down and divide into 16 equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a smooth ball.

Place balls about 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets and flatten slightly.

Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled (30 or 40 minutes.)

Bake in a preheated 350℉ (180℃) oven until lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Note: This recipe can be shaped into 2 loaves and placed in greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pans.

Allow to rise until double and bake in a 350℉ (180℃) oven about 40 minutes or until bread sounds hollow when tapped on bottom.