Grandma'S Bread

1. 1

   Mix 3 1/2 cups of flour, the sugar, shortening and yeast in large bowl.

2. 2

   Add warm water and beat together until well mixed. Stir in rest of flour 1 cup at a time until dough is easy to handle.

3. 3

   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.

4. 4

   Knead until smooth.

5. 5

   Cover and let rise until double.

6. 6

   Punch down.

7. 7

   Let rise again.

8. 8

   Pour out on floured surface and divide in half.

9. 9

   Flatten each half into approximately 18 x 9-inch.

10. 10

    Fold sides crosswise into thirds.

11. 11

    Pinch loaves to seal edge.

12. 12

    Place in 9 x 5 x 3 pan. Brush slightly with melted margarine.

13. 13

    Let rise.

14. 14

    Bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes.

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