4 c. lukewarm milk (I use powdered for economy)
3 1/2 tbsp. granulated yeast
1/3 c. honey
1/2 c. shortening
2 tbsp. salt
4 eggs, beaten
8 c. flour: 1 c. soy flour, 1/2 c. wheat germ, 1 c. whole wheat, remainder unbleached flour

Sprinkle yeast over milk in large bowl. Add honey; let stand few minutes. Add shortening, salt, eggs. Beat well with large spoon as you add flour, making sure shortening is broken up small.

Add flour until dough is stiff as you can handle. Put out on floured counter; knead about 30 times until smooth and elastic. Replace dough in bowl; cover and let rise 45 minutes in warm place.

Punch down and let rise again 20 minutes. Shape into 3 or 4 loaves; let rise 30 minutes. Bake 25 minutes at 350 degrees.