Bread (Master Recipe) Recipe

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   Soften yeast in water.

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   Add in sugar, salt, and shortening.

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   Add in flour gradually, beating thoroughly after each addition till the dough is just stiff sufficient to knead.

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   Turn onto lightly floured board.

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   Knead till dough is smooth and elastic.

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   Cover with a hot, damp cloth.

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   Set in hot place and allow to double in bulk.

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   (If dry yeast is used allow dough to rise overnight in hot place.)

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   Work down, cover with a hot, damp cloth, and allow dough to again double in bulk.

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    Work down lightly.

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    Form into loaves.

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    Place in well-oiled pans.

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    Again cover with a hot, damp cloth.

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    Set in a hot place, cover, and let rise till double in bulk.

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    Bake in warm oven (450 F) for 15 min.

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    Reduce the heat slightly and continue baking (410 - 425 F) for the remainder of the time.

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    Total baking time 40-45 min.

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    From 4-4 1/2 hrs are required for the entire process.

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    2 medium sized loaves.

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