Ron'S Yeast Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Melt shortening (do not get too hot).
2. 2
   Put 2 cups of warm water in a large bowl.
3. 3
   Add sugar, salt and shortening.
4. 4
   Stir to mix.
5. 5
   Add yeast and mix well until yeast dissolves.
6. 6
   Use a wooden spoon and add flour until mixture is elastic and pulls away from sides of bowl.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise in warm, dry place until doubled.
8. 8
   (Microwave works well.) Turn out on floured board and knead 2 to 3 minutes, working out air bubbles.
9. 9
   Divide into 3 equal parts.
10. 10
    Melt a teaspoon of butter in loaf pans (3).
11. 11
    Turn dough in pans to coat with butter.
12. 12
    Let rise again until doubled. Bake 20 minutes at 375°.
13. 13
    Makes 3 loaves.