Sarah'S Spoon Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Heat milk over medium heat until film forms.
2. 2
   Melt shortening in milk.
3. 3
   Let cool to room temperature.
4. 4
   Sprinkle yeast over water in large bowl.
5. 5
   Stir until dissolved.
6. 6
   Add sugar, salt, shortening and milk mixture.
7. 7
   Mix well.
8. 8
   Add 3 cups flour.
9. 9
   Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Beat in remainder of flour.
11. 11
    Mix well. Cover with towel.
12. 12
    Let rise in warm place until double in bulk, about 30 minutes.
13. 13
    Grease a 9 x 5 x 3 loaf pan.
14. 14
    With a wooden spoon, beat hard 25 strokes.
15. 15
    Put in pan.
16. 16
    Cover with a towel. Let rise to top of pan (30 minutes).
17. 17
    Bake at 400° for 40 to 50 minutes until it sounds hollow.
18. 18
    Remove from pan and cool.
19. 19
    Makes 1 loaf.