Common Bread Dough

Ingredients

• 1 pint of yeast
• 3 pints of warm water
• 1 heaping tablespoon of salt
• 8 pounds of flour
• 1 tablespoon of melted lard (for brushing)

Directions

1. Strain the yeast and warm water into a pan and mix in half the flour.

2. Beat the batter thoroughly and scrape down the sides of the pan.

3. Pour a spoonful of melted lard on top and spread it to prevent a crust.

4. Cover with a cloth and let the sponge rise in a warm place for 4 to 6 hours.

5. After rising, beat the sponge again, add the salt, and mix in the remaining flour to form a stiff dough.

6. Knead the dough on a clean surface, folding and pressing it repeatedly.

7. Brush a clean pan with melted lard or butter to prevent sticking, place the dough in the pan, and brush the top with more melted lard.