Herb-Oatmeal Bread from The Clay-Pot Cookbook by Georgia Sales

Ingredients

• 2 packages active dry yeast or 1 ounce fresh yeast
• 1 cup water, lukewarm
• ¾ cup oatmeal (not instant)
• 1½ tablespoons salt
• 3 tablespoons honey
• ¾ cup whole-wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons sour cream or 1 cup light cream
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried basil
• ½ teaspoon dried dill
• 1 egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• ½ cup pine nuts
• 4 cups all-purpose flour