French Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine lukewarm water and yeast.
2. 2
   Mix hot water, salt, sugar and shortening.
3. 3
   After cool, add yeast mixture.
4. 4
   Add 8 cups flour. Stir until mixed.
5. 5
   Let stand 10 minutes; stir again.
6. 6
   Repeat 4 times.
7. 7
   Separate into 4 equal parts.
8. 8
   Let rest again for 10 minutes. On floured board, take one part and make rectangle, then roll and press edges.
9. 9
   Place on greased cookie sheet.
10. 10
    Repeat with rest of dough.
11. 11
    Place 2 rolls per sheet.
12. 12
    Score top 4 or 5 times. Cover with cloth and let rise 1 1/2 hours.
13. 13
    Bake in hot oven at 400° for 30 minutes.
14. 14
    After removing from oven, take oleo or butter and grease top of loaves.
15. 15
    This recipe has been doubled because I make 4 loaves at a time and store loaves in the freezer.