1 tbsp. salt
1/2 c. sugar
2 c. (scant) rye flour
2 c. boiling water
1 pkg. or cake yeast
1/2 c. warm water
2 tbsp. (heaping) shortening
1/4 c. sorghum or molasses
Plain flour

Combine salt, sugar and rye flour. Add boiling water; beat. Cool. Dissolve yeast in warm water with small amount of sugar; let stand for a few minutes. Stir into flour mixture. Add shortening, sorghum and enough plain flour to make smooth dough. Let rise until doubled. Bake at 325-350 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Yield: 2 loaves.