With a taste and texture similiar to an English muffin, this bread makes wonderful toast.

English Muffin Bread

1/4 cup cornmeal
6 cups all-purpose or bread flour
2 (1/4-ounce) packages active dry yeast or 5 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups milk
1/2 cup water

1. Grease two loaf pans. Sprinkle with cornmeal, distribute to evenly coat. Discard any excess.
2. In a bowl, combine 3 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
3. In a saucepan, heat milk and water until very warm. Stir into the dry ingredients, adding up to 3 cups flour until a stiff batter is formed. Pour into the prepared pans.
4. Cover and let rise about 45 minutes.
5. Bake at 400°F (205°C) for 25 minutes.

Makes 2 loaves.