Grandma VanDoren's White Bread

What Grandma used to make! Our family's favorite. The recipe was never written down (that I know of) until she shared it with me when she was in her 90's.

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3 cups warm water

3 tablespoons active dry yeast

3 teaspoons salt

4 tablespoons vegetable oil

1/2 cup white sugar

8 cups bread flour

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 three equal parts.Shape into loaves, and place in three 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch greased bread pans.Let rise until almost doubled.

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 35 to 45 minutes. The loaves may need to be covered for the last few minutes with foil to prevent excess browning.

Grandma VanDoren's White Bread

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