1 c. warm water
2 pkgs. quick-rise yeast
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. salt
2 c. water
2 c. milk
5 lbs. plain or bread flour

Mix together in tall glass water, yeast and sugar. Set aside. In large bowl mix together shortening, sugar, salt, water and milk. When mixed add flour a small amount at a time along with yeast and water mixture. Knead dough until smooth. Cover with Handi-wrap. Let it set until it rises to about 3 times its size. When risen, divide into 4 loaf pans coated with butter. Let rise until double its size. Pat loaves with butter to have golden brown crust. Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour at 400 degrees.