White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk; add Crisco, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm. Dissolve yeast in warm water in large bowl.
3. 3
   Add milk mixture and egg; add enough flour to make soft dough.
4. 4
   Beat with mixer until dough looks elastic.
5. 5
   By hand, add enough flour to make stiff dough.
6. 6
   Knead until smooth.
7. 7
   Put in greased bowl; turn and grease top.
8. 8
   With kitchen fork, punch 8 holes in the dough.
9. 9
   Cover and let rise until doubled, about 2 hours.
10. 10
    Shape dough into 3 loaves. Brush tops with melted butter.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise until doubled. Bake at 350° for about 30 minutes.