Perfect White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Begin yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Combine milk, sugar, salt and shortening.
3. 3
   Cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Stir in 2 cups flour.
5. 5
   Beat well. Add yeast mix.
6. 6
   Slowly add remaining flour while mixing.
7. 7
   Knead 8 to 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Shape in a ball.
9. 9
   Place in lightly buttered bowl; turn and cover.
10. 10
    Let rise 1 1/2 hours; punch.
11. 11
    Let rise again for 45 minutes.