Herbed Oatmeal Pan Bread

In a bowl, combine boiling water and oats. Cool.

In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, butter, salt, egg, oat mixture and 2 cups flour. Beat until smooth.

Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured board, knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 to 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.

Punch dough down and press evenly into a greased 13 x 9 inch baking pan. With a very sharp knife. cut diagonal lines 1 1/2 inches apart completely through dough. Repeat in opposite direction, creating a diamond pattern. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Redefine pattern by gently poking along cut lines with knife tip. Brush with 2 Tablespoons melted butter. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano and garlic powder. Brush bread with remaining butter. Sprinkle with cheese mixture.

Bake for 5 minutes. Loosely cover with foil and bake 5 minutes longer.