9 c. flour, sifted
1 tbsp. salt
1/4 c. sugar
4 c. lukewarm water
3 pkgs. dry yeast
3 lg. tbsp. shortening, melted

Mix dry ingredients and add water mixed with yeast and melted shortening. Let rise to double in bulk, about 2 hours. Turn out on floured surface and cut into 4 parts. Put in 4 greased bread pans. Let rise until double in bulk. Bake at 325 degrees for 1 our. Butter the tops while still warm. Makes 4 loaves.