Dark Yeast Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix shortening, oats, All-Bran, salt, molasses and sugar together and pour the boiling water over this mixture.
2. 2
   Cool until lukewarm, then sprinkle yeast on it and allow to set until tiny beads appear.
3. 3
   Add 3 1/2 cups flour and mix well.
4. 4
   Put 1/2 cup flour on board and knead until smooth.
5. 5
   Let rise until double in bulk and punch down and put in pans.
6. 6
   Let rise about 1 hour.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 30 to 45 minutes.