White Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk; add lard, sugar and salt and let cool.
2. 2
   When lukewarm, crumble yeast in and let rise.
3. 3
   Take 4 cups flour; make well in center and pour in milk mixture; beat smooth.
4. 4
   Add rest of flour and knead until smooth and elastic; knead about 10 to 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Put in greased bowl; cover and set in warm place to rise until doubled in bulk.
6. 6
   Then, put on floured board and cut in half.
7. 7
   Shape into 2 loaves.
8. 8
   Put in greased pans; let rise to double again and bake 10 minutes at 375°, then turn down to 350° for 30 to 40 minutes.