Grandmas Homemade White Bread

There’s something undeniably comforting about the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through the kitchen. For many of us, this smell brings back cherished memories of my grandmother working her magic in the kitchen. Grandma’s white bread is more than just a recipe; it’s a nostalgic journey back to the lumberjack camps and family gatherings, warm hugs, and laughter shared over homemade meals. I can still hear the gentle thud of her hands kneading the dough, each push a reminder of love and tradition.
Every loaf of Grandma’s white bread tells a story, reminding us of simpler times when families gathered around the table to enjoy a warm slice of goodness. This recipe captures the essence of those memories, bringing that same warmth into your own home. Let’s roll up our sleeves and dive into this delightful baking adventure!

Ingredients
- 2 cups boiled water
- 2 cups scalded milk
- 1 tbsp package active dry yeast
- ½ cup warm water
- ½ tsp sugar
- 3 tbsp shortening
- 2 tsp sugar
- 3 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp flour
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water and milk to a slow boil and immediately remove from burner
- Add shortening sugar and salt
- Let cool or add a few ice cubes to help cool until luke warm
- Take ½ cup warm water and stir in ½ tsp sugar, then add yeast
- Let sit until the yeast foams
- Put milk and water mixture in a large bowl
- Add enough flour to make a batter
- Add yeast
- Add more flour until dough is not sticky and easy to handle
- Grease bowl and place dough in and turn dough until all sides are greased
- Cover and let rise until double
- Punch dough down and knead for a good 10 minutes
- Cover and let rise until double again
- Punch down and knead again
- Cut dough into 5 eaual parts
- Form loaves and place into pans
- Cover pans and let rise until double
- Bake at 350 degrees for approx 30 minutes or until golden brown
- Put on rack and brush loaf with butter or margarine
- Let cool completely before freezing or bagging