Homemade Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix all ingredients except flour and let stand until dissolved.
2. 2
   Add about 1/2 the flour.
3. 3
   Beat 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Gradually add remaining flour to make a soft dough.
5. 5
   Knead until smooth and no longer stretchy (about 10 minutes), adding a small amount of flour as needed.
6. 6
   Place in greased bowl.
7. 7
   Turn over to grease top. Cover with towel and let rise in warm place until double in size. Punch down; let rise again.
8. 8
   Make into 5 or 6 loaves.
9. 9
   Let rise. Bake at 400° for 45 minutes.
10. 10
    This recipe will serve 40 people.