Lye Soap

1. 1

   Prepare grease.

2. 2

   Heat together fat and drippings; strain.

3. 3

   If fat contains meat juices or lots of dark particles, allow to cool, then use fat which rises to the top.

4. 4

   Discard dark particles which settle on bottom.

5. 5

   In large iron kettle, mix lye, Borax and water. Slowly add warm grease.

6. 6

   Stir, stir, stir frequently throughout the day with wooden spoon.

7. 7

   When the mix becomes firm and can no longer be stirred easily, wear gloves and pour soap into forms.

8. 8

   Do not double recipe.

9. 9

   Shave off to wash clothes.

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