12 c. flour
2 1/2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tbsp. salt
1 1/4 tbsp. shortening
4 c. water (or scalded milk)
2 pkg. yeast

Mix ingredients and let rise until double. Punch down and let rest 15 minutes. Form into loaves to fill 1/2 the greased pan. Allow to rise until even with top of pan. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Bake 15 minutes and reset to 350 degrees for 45 minutes longer.