Grandma'S Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix 3 1/2 cups of flour, the sugar, shortening and yeast in large bowl.
2. 2
   Add warm water and beat together until well mixed. Stir in rest of flour 1 cup at a time until dough is easy to handle.
3. 3
   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.
4. 4
   Knead until smooth.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise until double.
6. 6
   Punch down.
7. 7
   Let rise again.
8. 8
   Pour out on floured surface and divide in half.
9. 9
   Flatten each half into approximately 18 x 9-inch.
10. 10
    Fold sides crosswise into thirds.
11. 11
    Pinch loaves to seal edge.
12. 12
    Place in 9 x 5 x 3 pan. Brush slightly with melted margarine.
13. 13
    Let rise.
14. 14
    Bake at 350° for 30 to 35 minutes.