English Muffin Bread

Makes: 2 loaves    |   Difficulty Level: Medium    |   Ready In: 1-2 hrs

Ingredients:

5 cups all-purpose flour -- divided
2 packages active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups skim milk -- warmed
1/2 cup warm water
cornmeal


Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt and baking soda. Add warm milk and water; beat on low speed for 30 seconds, scraping bowl occasionally. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in remaining flour (batter will be stiff.)

DO NOT KNEAD. Spray with cooking spray two 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2" loaf pans. Sprinkle pans with cornmeal. Spoon batter into the pans and sprinkle cornmeal on top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 375 for 35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans immediately and cool on wire racks. Slice and toast.