Coolrise White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 2 cups of the flour, the undissolved yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl.
2. 2
   Stir to blend.
3. 3
   Add margarine and hot tap water.
4. 4
   Beat with an electric mixer at medium speed for 2 minutes. Scrape bowl occasionally.
5. 5
   Add 1 more cup flour and beat at high speed for 1 minute or until thick and elastic.
6. 6
   Gradually stir in enough of remaining flour with wooden spoon to make a soft dough which leaves the sides of the bowl.
7. 7
   Turn out onto a floured board.
8. 8
   Knead 5 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
9. 9
   Cover with a plastic wrap, then a towel (on the kneading board).
10. 10
    Let rest 20 minutes, then punch down; make into loaves and place in two greased bread pans.
11. 11
    Brush tops lightly with oil.
12. 12
    Let raise. Bake at 400° for 30 to 40 minutes.
13. 13
    May cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking, also.