Mystery Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water, corn meal and salt.
2. 2
   Bring to boil, stirring constantly.
3. 3
   Cool until thick.
4. 4
   Add molasses and shortening.
5. 5
   Cool until lukewarm.
6. 6
   Soften yeast in warm water in mixing bowl; add mush and blend well.
7. 7
   Add flour gradually to form stiff dough. Knead until satiny, about 5 minutes.
8. 8
   Place in greased bowl, turning to grease all sides.
9. 9
   Cover; let rise in warm place until double, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
10. 10
    Place dough on surface covered with corn meal.
11. 11
    Work down and divide into 2 portions.
12. 12
    Place in greased baking dishes.
13. 13
    Cover and let rise until double.
14. 14
    Bake at 350° for 45 to 55 minutes.
15. 15
    Makes 2 loaves.