English Muffin Loaf

Ingredients

• 2 pkg. yeast
• 6 c. flour
• 1 Tbsp. sugar
• 2 tsp. salt
• 2 c. milk
• 1/4 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 c. water
• cornmeal

Directions

1. Combine 3 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt and soda.
2. Heat liquid until very warm (120° to 130°).
3. Add to dry ingredients. Beat well.
4. Stir in rest of flour to make stiff batter.
5. Spoon into 2 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pans that have been greased and sprinkled with cornmeal.
6. Sprinkle tops with cornmeal and cover. Let rise in warm place for 45 minutes.
7. Bake at 400° for 25 minutes.
8. Remove immediately.