1 yeast, cake or dry
1/4 c. warm water
1 c. scalded milk
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1/4 c. oil
1 egg, beaten
3 1/4 c. flour
Topping (optional)

Soften yeast in water. Add milk to sugar, salt and oil; let cool to lukewarm. Add egg and 2 cups flour. Beat well with spoon or 1 minute on medium speed mixer. Add remaining flour to make thick batter and beat until smooth. Cover, let rise until doubled. Stir down and smooth into 2 greased bread pans. Add topping of choice if desired. Cover, let rise 50 minutes. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-35 minutes. (2 loaves.)

BATTER BREAD TOPPINGS:

Sesame Seed: Before the last rising, brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Sugar - Nut: Combine 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup sugar (brown or white) and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Crumble in 1 tablespoon butter and add chopped nuts. Sprinkle over loaves before last rising.