1 pt SOURDOUGH STARTER 3 tb Melted butter
1 pt LUKEWARM WATER 2 tb Sugar
1 tb SALT 6 c Flour
Mix ingredients in a large bowl. Knead 12 to 15 minutes until smooth
and satiny. Place in a greased bowl; cover with cloth. Let rise until
double in bulk, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. Push down, knead briefly, let rest
10 minutes. Shape into two round loaves. Place loaves on a greased
baking sheet, allowing space for expansion. Or shape into two oblong
loaves and put in greased loaf pans. Let rise until doubled in bulk.
Bake in a 375F oven for 40 to 50 minutes, until brown and loaves
sound hollow when tapped. Makes 2 loaves.
Yields
2 servings