Grandma VanDoren's White bread

Thanks to Marilyn VanDoren Sim's for sharing this on allrecipes.com  !


3 c. warm water (110 degrees)
3 tbsp active yeast
2 tsp salt

4 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 c. white sugar
8 c. bread flour
(makes two loafs)


In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, salt, oil, sugar, and 4 cups flour. Mix thoroughly, and let sponge rise until doubled in size.


Gradually add about 4 cups flour, kneading until smooth. Place dough in a greased bowl, and turn several times to coat. Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled.


Punch down the dough, let it rest a few minutes. Divide dough into two equal parts. Shape into loaves, and place in two 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch oiled bread pans. 


Bake at 350  for 30 minutes. Cover with foil (to prevent excess browning) and bake for 10 minutes 

NOTE:  just looked at this recipe again on allrecipes.com and I  guess you are suppose to let the dough rise  after putting it into bread pans. which would make this a 3 loaf recipe!! 


But we have enjoyed it as I listed it prepared above!