Connie'S Easy French Bread

1. 1

   Put yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water and mix.

2. 2

   Add sugar, salt, shortening and hot water.

3. 3

   Stir in the flour, one cup at a time, and mix after each cup.

4. 4

   After all the flour is added, let dough set for 15 minutes, then stir again and let set again for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Do this 4 times (takes 1 hour).

6. 6

   Let dough set, covered, until it doubles.

7. 7

   Form into 1 loaf and put on floured baking sheet.

8. 8

   Brush the top with cold water and make 5 slashes diagonally in top of loaf with sharp knife.

9. 9

   Let loaf rise for 30 minutes and bake in a 350u00b0 oven for 30 to 40 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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