White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast with milk, shortening and salt.
2. 2
   Mix.
3. 3
   Stir in 2 cups flour and mix.
4. 4
   Add enough of remaining flour to make a moderately soft but not sticky dough.
5. 5
   Knead on floured surface. Knead 5 to 7 minutes.
6. 6
   Place in greased bowl; turn once.
7. 7
   Let rise until double (1 1/4 hours), covered.
8. 8
   Punch down, cover and let rise until double again (45 minutes).
9. 9
   Shape in loaves and place in 2 well-greased or oiled 9 x 5 x 3-inch bread pans.
10. 10
    Cover and let rise until doubled (45 to 60 minutes).
11. 11
    Bake in preheated 400° oven for 35 minutes or until done.
12. 12
    If bread browns too fast, cover loosely with foil the last 15 minutes of baking time.