Honey Oat Bread

I am  not a bread maker, seriously. I have bread issues. I cannot think of a time when an attempted loaf of bread came out of the oven great. Yes I have successfully created some "quick breads", but that really isn't the same. This one is a hands on, let rise 2xs, knead, pound, etc., a real bread experience. Best, a bread that I have successfully made, and will make again! Promise that if I can do it, you can do it to!

Ingredients:
2 C boiling water
1 C rolled oats
1/2 C honey
2 TBSP butter
2 TSP salt
1 0.25 OZ package of active dry yeast (or 2 1/2 TSP)
1/2 C warm water (110F)
4 C flour
Topping:
2 TBSP warmed honey (or you can use butter)
2 TBSP rolled oats (optional)

Method:
In a large mixing bowl, combine boiling water, oats, 1/2 C honey, butter, and salt. Let stand for 1 hr.
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand about 10 mins.
Pour yeast mixture in oat mixture.
Add 2 C of flour; mix well.
Still remanding four, 1/2 C at a time, mixing well after each addition.
When the dough has pulled together, turn onto lightly floured surface.
Knead until smooth and elastic, around 15-20 mins.
Lightly oil a large  bowl, place dough in bowl, turn to coat with oil.
Cover with damp cloth, let rise on counter until doubled in size, about 1 hr.
Punch dough, and turn onto lightly floured surface.
Divide the dough into two equal loaves.
Place into two lightly greased 9x5 inch loaf pans.
Cover with a damp cloth,and let rise for about 40 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350F.
Bake for 30mins or until top is golden, mine baked for 25 mins.
Remove loaves from pans, place on cooling rack.
Brush tops with the warmed honey (or butter), and sprinkle with oats, if desired.
Cool completely before slicing.