Sheepherder'S Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Heat water, sugar, margarine and salt until warm.
2. 2
   Pour mixture into large bowl; stir in yeast.
3. 3
   Cover; let stand about 15 minutes in a warm place, until mixture is bubbly.
4. 4
   Stir in 4 cups flour, beating to form a thick batter.
5. 5
   Stir in 3 more cups of flour to make a soft dough.
6. 6
   Knead enough remaining flour to a moderately stiff dough.
7. 7
   Shape into a ball.
8. 8
   Put into a greased bowl and grease top.
9. 9
   Cover and let raise until double.