1/2 c. warm water
1 tsp. sugar
1 tbsp. yeast
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. vinegar
3 1/2 c. warm water
8-10 c. flour

Mix first 3 ingredients and set in warm place for 10 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix together and let rise for 2 hours. Punch down. Let rise for 1 hour. Put into pans and let rise 2 hours.

Bake in a preheated 350°F oven until golden brown.