1 c. milk
3 c. water, use all or part potato water for better flavor
2/3 c. sugar
2 tsp. dry yeast
3/4 c. shortening
2 tsp. salt
10-11 c. flour (total)

Milk and water should be lukewarm. Add sugar, shortening, dry yeast, salt and enough flour to make a thin paste. Let rest a few minutes, then add flour enough so spoon will come out almost clean. Dough should not look wet. Let rise. Knead and shape into four loaves. Let rise. Bake at 375 degrees for 38 to 40 minutes.

This recipe may also be used for rolls or kolachy. Shape. Let rise. Bake about 15 to 20 minutes at 375 degrees.