1/3 c. sugar
3 tbsp. instant potato flakes
2 1/2 c. warm water
2 pkgs. rapid rise yeast
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
6 c. bread flour

Grease a large bowl. In another bowl, mix all ingredients and make a stiff batter. Place dough in grease bowl and brush some oil on the top of the dough. Cover with cloth and let sit in a warm place until it doubles. Do not refrigerate. Push dough down and knead well. Divide into 3 or 4 loaves. Knead each loaf 8 to 10 times. Place in greased pans. Oil top of each loaf. Cover and let rise until just about double. Bake at 300 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.