Cinnamon Raisin English Muffin Bread

Ingredients

5 c. flour
1/2 c. raisins
2 pkgs. yeast (dry)
1 tbsp. Sugar
1 tsp. Salt
1 1/3 tsp. Cinnamon
1/4 tsp. Soda
2 c. milk (2% or less)
1/2 c. water
Cornmeal

Directions

In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, raisins, yeast, sugar, salt, cinnamon and soda. Combine milk and water and heat until very warm (120 to 130 degrees). Gradually add liquid to dry ingredients and beat well. Stir in remaining 2 cups flour to make stiff batter. Spoon into 2 loaf pans (9 x 3 x 5 inches) (glass or clay) which have been greased and coated with cornmeal. Sprinkle top. Cover; let rise in warm place 45 minutes. Microwave on high (1 loaf at a time) 6 1/2 minutes. Surface will be flat and pale. Allow to rest 5 minutes before removing from pan. Slice and toast.