Shaker Daily Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix the warm water and yeast; let stand 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add the warm milk, melted butter, salt, sugar and 3 cups flour to yeast mixture.
3. 3
   Mix together for about 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add 2 more cups flour.
5. 5
   Knead until elastic.
6. 6
   Let rise; punch down.
7. 7
   Let rise again; punch down.
8. 8
   Cut into 2 pieces.
9. 9
   Shape into loaves.
10. 10
    Put in two oiled loaf pans.
11. 11
    Let rise.
12. 12
    Bake at 400° for about 30 minutes.