1 pkg. yeast
1 1/4 c. warm water
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. sugar
Sesame or poppy seeds
1 tbsp. shortening
3 1/4 to 3 3/4 c. flour (part whole wheat is desired)

Dissolve yeast in water. Add salt, shortening and sugar. Add half of the flour and beat until smooth. Gradually add rest of flour until you have a soft dough. Turn out onto lightly floured board. Knead until smooth and elastic. Place in greased bowl and cover with towel. Let rise until doubled. Roll out to 15 x 8 inch oblong.

Roll up to make a slender loaf. Place sealed edge down on greased cookie sheet. Brush with cold water. Let rise for 25 minutes. Brush with cold water. Let rise for 25 minutes. Brush with cold water again. Sprinkle with seeds. Make diagonal slashes with scissors across top of loaf at 2 inch intervals. Bake at 375 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Makes 1 loaf.