French Onion Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Soften dry yeast in 1/4 cup warm water.
2. 2
   Combine soup mix and 2 cups water; simmer covered 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Add sugar, salt, cheese and shortening; stir.
4. 4
   Cool to lukewarm.
5. 5
   Stir in 2 cups flour; beat well.
6. 6
   Stir in yeast.
7. 7
   Add enough of the remaining flour to make a moderately stiff dough.
8. 8
   Turn out onto lightly floured surface.
9. 9
   Cover; let rest 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Knead until smooth and elastic.
11. 11
    Place in a lightly greased bowl, turning once to grease surface.
12. 12
    Cover.
13. 13
    Let double in warm place, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours.