Herb Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add shortening, sugar, salt, caraway seed, nutmeg, sage and 2 cups flour.
3. 3
   Blend well.
4. 4
   Beat 2 minutes at medium speed.
5. 5
   Add remaining flour and beat until smooth.
6. 6
   Scrape sides of bowl.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise 30 minutes or until double.
8. 8
   Stir down by beating 30 strokes.
9. 9
   Spread evenly in loaf pan (9 x 5 x 3-inch).
10. 10
    Smooth top with floured hands.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise 40 minutes or until double.
12. 12
    Heat oven to 375°.
13. 13
    Bake 45 minutes or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
14. 14
    Butter tops and remove from pan to cool.