Honey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, pour 1 1/2 cups of very hot water. Add salt, butter and honey; stir until melted.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in 1 cup of warm water and then add to other ingredients.
3. 3
   Add flour, mixing well after each cup is added.
4. 4
   Dump dough onto a floured board and knead 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Grease a large bowl with butter. Place dough into buttered bowl and turn once to coat entire surface of dough.
6. 6
   Place wet cloth on top and allow to rise for 1 1/2 hours.
7. 7
   Test dough by pressing with finger; when hole remains in dough, punch down.
8. 8
   Turn onto work table.
9. 9
   Divide into 4 parts. Place each into a greased loaf pan.
10. 10
    Let rise again about 1 hour. Bake 45 minutes in a 350° oven.