Bean Soup Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast, water and Shredded Wheat biscuits.
2. 2
   Let stand 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Beat egg and bean soup with mixer.
4. 4
   Add to the yeast mixture.
5. 5
   Add sugar, molasses, salt and shortening.
6. 6
   Mix until smooth.
7. 7
   Beat in 2 cups of flour.
8. 8
   Add enough remaining flour to make soft ball.
9. 9
   Knead, adding more flour to make the dough smooth and elastic.
10. 10
    Place in greased bowl; let rise 1 hour.
11. 11
    Punch down; let rise 1/2 hour longer.
12. 12
    Turn out on floured breadboard.
13. 13
    Let rest 10 minutes after dividing it into 3 loaves.
14. 14
    Let rise until dough is almost level with pan.
15. 15
    Bake at 350° for 45 to 50 minutes.