3 Hour Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Put margarine, sugar and salt in mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Pour scalding water or milk over this and add 1 cup flour.
3. 3
   When slightly cooled, add yeast dissolved in water.
4. 4
   Add 3 cups flour, eggs and powdered milk.
5. 5
   Mix well.
6. 6
   Add 2 1/2 to 3 cups flour and mix well.
7. 7
   Turn out on floured cloth and let rest 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Knead for 10 minutes. Place in greased bowl, cover and let rise 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn over in bowl and let rise 30 more minutes.
10. 10
    Shape into loaves and let rise 20 minutes.
11. 11
    Bake for 25 minutes at 425°.