Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Soften dry yeast in warm water (110°).
2. 2
   Combine hot milk, sugar, salt and shortening.
3. 3
   Cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Stir in 2 cups flour; beat well. Add softened yeast; mix.
5. 5
   Add enough remaining flour to make moderately stiff dough. Turn out on lightly floured surface.
6. 6
   Knead about 5 minutes. Shape in ball and place in lightly greased bowl, turning once. Cover and let rise in warm place (about 1 1/4 hours).
7. 7
   Punch down.