1 pkg. dry yeast
1 tsp. sugar
1 c. sifted flour
1 c. lukewarm water
1 c. warm milk
1 1/2 c. rolled oats
2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. brown sugar
2 tbsp. melted butter
3 to 4 c. flour - enough to make a stiff dough
3/4 c. raisins

Combine the yeast, sugar, and water in a large bowl. Stir until dissolved. Add 1 cup flour and beat well. Let stand in a warm place until light and bubbly (about 1/2 hour). To this "sponge", add remaining ingredients and mix well. Cover and let stand 10 minutes. Knead about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Put in greased bowl. Let rise until double in bulk (about 1 hour). Divide into 2 pieces. Knead gently. Form into balls. Cover and let stand 15 minutes. Shape into loaves. Put into two 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pans, greased on bottom. Cover and let rise until almost double (about 45 minutes). Place in cold oven. Turn oven to 375 degrees. Bake loaves 40 to 45 minutes.