Texas Light Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk and stir in sugar, lard and salt.
2. 2
   Stir until lard is melted.
3. 3
   Let cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Sprinkle in the yeast.
5. 5
   Stir until dissolved.
6. 6
   Now add 4 cups of the sifted flour.
7. 7
   Beat until smooth.
8. 8
   Add the remaining 4 cups bit by bit, blending after each addition.
9. 9
   The dough should not be too stiff.
10. 10
    Turn out on a lightly floured board and knead until satin smooth and elastic. Place balls of dough in a greased bowl.
11. 11
    Brush top with melted butter or lard.
12. 12
    Cover and let rise in a warm place (about 80°) until doubled in bulk.
13. 13
    This will take about 1 1/2 hours.