Raisin Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine milk, salt, shortening and molasses.
2. 2
   Cool until lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add yeast to cooled milk.
4. 4
   Allow to stand 5 minutes. Add raisins.
5. 5
   Add flour, a little at a time, beating well after each addition, until dough is just stiff enough to knead on a lightly floured board.
6. 6
   Knead until smooth and elastic.
7. 7
   Cover with a warm, damp cloth, and allow to double in size.
8. 8
   Knead down; allow to double again.
9. 9
   Form in loaves.
10. 10
    Place in well-oiled pans. Cover and let rise until double.
11. 11
    Bake in hot oven at 425° for 45 minutes.