1 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 c. hot water
2 pkgs. dry yeast
1 c. warm water
2 eggs, beaten
6 c. plain flour
2 tsp. salt

Cream together shortening and sugar and add cup of hot water. Set aside.

Dissolve the yeast in the warm water and add to the creamed mixture when cooled. Add the eggs and about six cups of flour mixing well after each addition. Let rise until doubled in bulk.

Push your finger in and if it comes out clean, stir with a spoon. Refrigerate until ready to make out into bread of choice.

May make a loaf, Parker House rolls, etc. Let rise again and cook at 375 degrees for 25 minutes or until brown. Spread with melted butter while hot.