4 1/2 to 5 c. Gold Medal all-purpose flour, divided
1 pkg. Fleischmann's Rapid Rise yeast
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. very warm water
2 tbsp. butter, softened

In a large bowl, thoroughly mix 1 1/2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Add water and butter; stir until well blended, about 1 minute. Add 1 1/2 cups flour; stir vigorously for 2 minutes. Add additional 1 1/2 cups to 2 cups flour to make a soft dough. Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Spray dough with Pam; cover with bowl. Let rest 10 minutes.

Punch down; divide into 2 pieces. Roll each piece to 11x7-inch rectangle. Roll up tightly from short end. Pinch seam to seal; place seam side down in loaf pan, sprayed with Pam. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Bake in 375°F oven for 35 to 40 minutes. Cool on wire rack.