2 c. boiling water
2 tbsp. shortening

Mix together until shortening is melted. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and 2 teaspoons salt.

PART 2:
1/2 c. lukewarm water
1 tbsp. sugar, scant
2 pkg. active dry yeast

VARIATIONS:

RAISIN BREAD - Add 1 1/2 cup raisins to batter.

WHOLE WHEAT - Use 2 parts white flour to 1 part wheat.

(Ex. 4 cups white to 2 cups whole wheat.)

WHEAT GERM - Add 1/4 cup to 3/4 cup flour for each cup called for.

RYE - Add 1 tablespoon caraway seeds.

PIZZA CRUST, DOUGHNUTS, AND PRETZELS

DINNER ROLLS - Use less flour than recipe calls for.

They may get too hard when baking. Bake at 275 degrees for 20 minutes. Bake at 475 degrees for 10 minutes if frozen.