White Bread

White Bread
From the Kitchen of Cali Jo Hawkins

Mix in large bowl:
4 c. warm water
2 heaping TB shortening
1 heaping TB salt
1/2 c. sugar
2 TB yeast

Add 4 c. flour, stir around. Add 4 more c. flour and mix well. Add about 2 more c. flour. Knead approximately 5 minutes. Let raise double in bulk. Make 4 separate loaves. Let rise again for 30 minutes. Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes. Remove from pans and lay on side to cool.