Lye Soap

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve lye in lukewarm water; let it get cold.
2. 2
   Melt grease, but do not have it warm.
3. 3
   Mix cool oil, Borax and ammonia in grease, stirring well, then slowly drain the lye into mixture, stirring constantly.
4. 4
   Stir mixture until it is about as thick as honey (about 10 minutes).
5. 5
   If stirred too long, it will be grainy. Pour into flat pan or box to harden.
6. 6
   When hard, cut into blocks.