2 pkg. dry yeast
2 3/4 c. warm water
6 1/2 c. flour
3 tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. soft shortening

Dissolve yeast in water. Add half the flour (3 1/4 cups), sugar, salt and shortening. Blend at low speed with electric mixer. Then beat 2 minutes at medium speed. Mix in remaining flour by hand.

Cover and let rise until double, about 45 minutes. Spread in two greased loaf pans. (Batter will be sticky.) Let rise about 20 minutes or until doubled. Bake at 325 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes.