English Muffin Loaves

4-1/2 C flour, divided

2 pkgs. (1/4 oz. ea.) active dry yeast

2 T sugar

2 t cinnamon

1 t salt

¼ t baking soda

1-1/2 C warm orange juice (120-230 degrees)

½ C warm water (120-130 degrees)

¼ C vegetable oil

¾ C floured raisins

In mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar, cinnamon, salt and baking soda. Add orange juice, water and oil; beat on low speed until moistened. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in the raisins and remaining flour to form a stiff batter. Do not knead. Grease two 8 x 4 x 2” loaf pans; sprinkle with flour. Spoon batter into pans; sprinkle with cornmeal. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately remove from pans to cool on wire racks. Slice and toast. Yield: 2 loaves