1 pkg. yeast, softened in 1/2 c. lukewarm water
1 c. cornmeal
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. milk
1/2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 beaten eggs
5 c. flour

Place cornmeal, milk, shortening, sugar, and salt in top of double boiler; bring to boil over direct heat, stirring constantly. Place over boiling water and cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Cool to lukewarm (80 degrees). Add beaten eggs and 1/2 of flour. Add softened yeast, mixing well. Add enough more flour to make soft dough; turn out on lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic. Round dough into ball. Place in greased bowl. Cover and let rise until double in bulk. Punch down. Cover and let rest 10 minutes. Shape dough into 2 loaves. Let rise until double. Bake in 350 degree oven for 30 to 35 minutes.