1 pkg. active dry yeast
1 tsp. sugar
1 1/4 c. warm water
2 tbsp. butter, melted
2 tbsp. dark molasses
2 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. bread flour
1 c. yellow cornmeal
1 egg

Combine yeast, sugar and 1/4 cup warm water. Let stand 10 minutes then add butter, molasses, salt and cornmeal. Mix together and slowly add 1 cup of warm water. Mix in flour and knead for 12 minutes. Place in lightly oiled bowl and cover until doubled in volume, about 1 hour. Place in loaf pans and allow to rise again. Combine egg with a little water and brush over top of loaves.

Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour. Cool 20 minutes. Makes 2 loaves.