Amish Homemade Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar, salt and 2 cups hot water in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water in small bowl.
3. 3
   After yeast is dissolved, add to cooled water and sugar mixture.
4. 4
   Add 3 cups flour and mix well.
5. 5
   Let set 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Knead in 3 1/2 to 4 cups flour until smooth and pliable.
7. 7
   Grease bowl and dough and let rise until doubled.
8. 8
   Punch down and let rise again.
9. 9
   Shape into 2 loaves and let rise.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 for 35 minutes.