1/4 c. dark molasses
1/4 c. light molasses or Karo syrup
2 tsp. salt
1 pkg. dry yeast
1 c. boiling water
1 c. cold milk
2 tbsp. melted shortening
2 c. rye flour
About 4 1/2 c. white flour
2 eggs, if lightly bread is desired

Using large bowl, put in molasses and salt. Add boiling water and stir to dissolve molasses. Add milk. Sprinkle dry yeast over mixture and stir to dissolve. Add shortening and eggs and sifted rye flour. Sift white flour and add only until dough is no longer sticky. Pour dough on floured board and knead until smooth. Let rise until double and divide into two parts. Knead and shape into loaves. Let rise until double and bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes.