Anadama Bread

Methods/steps

combine cornmeal, crisco, molasses, and salt in a large bowl. stir in boiling water. let cool to lukewarm.
meanwhile, sprinkle yeast over warm water; let stand until softened.
add 1 cup flour ro lukewarm mixture; beat until very smooth. mix in softened yeast. add about half of remaining flour and beat until very smooth. mix in enough remaining flour to make a soft dough.
turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. cover; let rest for 10 minutes. knead dough until smooth and elastic.
place dough in a greased deep bowl and turn to bring greased surface to top. cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled (about 1 hour).
punch down dough; divide in half. shape into loaves. place in 2 greased 9- x 5- x 3-inch loaf pans. cover; let rise again until doubled (about 1 hour).
preheat oven to 375°F.
bake at 375°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until bread tests done. remove from pans and cool on racks.