Country Fair Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Pour scalded milk over butter or margarine, salt and sugar; cool.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast according to package instructions.
3. 3
   Add yeast and eggs to cooled milk mixture in large mixing bowl.
4. 4
   Add flour gradually mixing well.
5. 5
   Use only as much flour as necessary for a light, tender dough.
6. 6
   Turn onto floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
7. 7
   Place in greased bowl; cover and let rise until double, about 1 1/2 hours.
8. 8
   Punch down; turn onto floured surface.
9. 9
   Shape into 3 loaves.
10. 10
    Place in 8-inch loaf pans. Cover and let rise until dough tops pans.
11. 11
    Bake at 425° for 10 minutes; lower heat to 350° and bake for 40 minutes.