5 c. flour
2 pkg. dry yeast
1 tbsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 c. milk
1/2 c. water
Cornmeal

Measure 3 cups flour, yeast, sugar, salt, and soda. Heat liquid until warm. Add to dry mixture, beat well. Stir in enough more flour to make a stiff batter.

Spoon into two 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch pans that have been greased and sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise in warm place 45 minutes. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove from pans immediately. Sprinkle top of loaves with cornmeal.