Anadama Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve the yeast in warm water and let sit to proof while you are preparing the rest.
2. 2
   Bring the water and salt to a boil in a saucepan.
3. 3
   Add the cornmeal slowly stirring all the while so it will not get lumpy.
4. 4
   Pour into a large bowl.
5. 5
   Add the molasses and butter; cool to lukewarm.
6. 6
   Add the yeast mixture and stir well.
7. 7
   Add the flour gradually to make a good dough that you can knead.
8. 8
   Knead 100 times.
9. 9
   Place in greased bowl and let rise till doubled, about 1 1/2 hours.
10. 10
    Punch down and divide in half and place in two greased pans.
11. 11
    Let rise till almost double (about 1 hour).
12. 12
    Bake in 375 degree oven for 40-45 minutes placing foil on top if it starts getting too brown.