Pare and slice 2 large potatoes.

Add: 3 tbsp. cornmeal 1 tsp. salt 4 c. boiling water

Place in warm, heavy bowl. Cover and let stand in warm place all night. In the morning remove the potatoes.

To the "starter" add: 1 c. lukewarm water 1/8 tsp. baking soda 2 tbsp. melted shortening 1/8 tsp. salt

Add sufficient flour to make dough just right to knead. Knead about 15 minutes. Form into 3 loaves, place in well greased pans. Cover and let rise until double in bulk. Bake in moderate oven about 45 minutes.