Homemade Bread

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   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water.

2. 2

   Add sugar, salt and shortening.

3. 3

   Stir until dissolved.

4. 4

   Add half the flour; beat until smooth.

5. 5

   Mix in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough that does not stick to sides of bowl.

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   Turn onto floured surface.

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   Knead 8 to 10 minutes.

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   Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.

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   Cover and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

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    Punch down dough.

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    Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.

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    Divide dough into 4 parts.

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    Shape into loaves.

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    Place in greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch pans.

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    Let rise until doubled, about 30 to 35 minutes.

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    Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.

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