Ingredients: 2 cups warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) * 2/3 cup white sugar * 1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast * 1 1/2 teaspoons salt * 1/4 cup vegetable oil * 6 cups bread flourDirections: In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water then stir in the yeast. Allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam. Mix salt and oil into the yeast. Mix in flour one cup at a time. Knead dough on a lightly floured surface until smooth. Place in a well oiled bowl and turn dough to coat. Cover with a damp cloth. Allow to rise until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour. Punch dough down. Knead for a few minutes and divide in half. Shape into loaves and place into two well oiled 9x5 inch loaf pans. Allow to rise for 30 minutes or until dough has risen 1 inch above pans. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 30 minutes. ~ Chef ~
