Old-Fashioned White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk and butter to 120° (or lukewarm).
2. 2
   Add sugar and salt. Stir until dissolved.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and yeast, then the warmed liquids and mix well (only add about 1/2 of the flour at this time).
4. 4
   Gradually add remaining flour to form a stiff dough.
5. 5
   Knead dough on well floured surface until smooth and satiny (3 to 5 minutes).
6. 6
   Place into buttered bowl and allow to rise in a warm place until double in size (covered). Punch down and place on floured surface.
7. 7
   Knead for 2 minutes
8. 8
   and divide dough into equal parts and shape accordingly (rolls, bread, etc.).
9. 9
   Place into buttered pans and allow dough to rise until double in size.
10. 10
    Bake at 350° until brown.
11. 11
    Butter top while warm. Makes 2 loaves or 24 rolls. Enjoy!