1 qt. cold milk
1 c. molasses
1 pkg. yeast, dissolved in a little water
1 c. oil
1 c. brown sugar
1 tbsp. salt
2 c. rye flour
1 c. rolled oats
8 to 10 c. white flour

Mix all ingredients together late in the day. Cover and leave in a draft-free place overnight. In the morning, knead and shape into 4 loaves. Put in 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 2/3 inch loaf pans. Let rise. Bake in 350 degree oven 30 to 40 minutes.