Honey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Soften yeast in lukewarm water.
2. 2
   Scald the milk, then add the honey and salt.
3. 3
   Add the egg and 1 cup flour and beat well.
4. 4
   Mix in the shortening, pecans and the remaining flour to make a soft dough.
5. 5
   Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl.
6. 6
   Grease the top of the dough, cover it and let it rise until doubled (about 1 hour).
7. 7
   Punch down, knead and mold the dough into 2 loaves.
8. 8
   Put dough into 2 well-greased loaf pans.
9. 9
   Bake at 400° for 40 to 45 minutes.