2 pkgs. dry yeast
2 3/4 c. warm water
6 1/2 c. flour
3 tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. soft shortening

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add half the flour (3 1/4 cups), sugar, salt and shortening. Blend at low speed with electric mixer, then beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Mix in remaining flour by hand. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Stir batter, beating hard 1/2 minute. Spread in 2 greased loaf pans. Batter will be sticky. Let rise 20 minutes or until doubled. Bake at 325 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes.