Homemade Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix 1 1/2 cups of warm water, yeast and sugar; set aside and let rise until bubbly.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, mix the yeast mixture and the flour.
3. 3
   Mix well.
4. 4
   Add oil, salt and 8 cups water.
5. 5
   Knead for 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Let rise 6 hours, covered.
7. 7
   Knead again.
8. 8
   Grease 6 pans, fill pans 1/2 full.
9. 9
   Let rise to edge of pans. Beat 1 egg and brush over top of loaves.
10. 10
    Bake 1 hour at 450°.