Homemade Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water; add sugar, salt, shortening and stir until sugar and salt are dissolved.
2. 2
   Stir in flour and mix until all is well blended.
3. 3
   Turn out on a floured surface and knead well, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Place in a greased pan, covered with a cloth, for 1 hour over a pan of warm (not hot) water and let rise until double in bulk.
5. 5
   Knead down again; place over warm water again for about 30 minutes.
6. 6
   Mold into desired shape.
7. 7
   Let rise for about 45 minutes.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes or until done. Yields about 24 large or 36 small rolls or 2 loaves.