Sour Dough Bread

Mix ingredients to make a stiff dough. Put in large bowl which has been greased with Crisco. Cover with towel. Let rise 6 hours or even overnight. Knead lightly on well floured surface. Divide into 2 parts, place into well greased pans. Spread melted butter over surface of bread. Cover lightly with waxed paper and then a towel. Let rise (depending on temperature – warm weather it can be 2-3 hours. Winter time can be overnight). Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes. Remove from pan at once and place on cooling rack. Yield: 2 large loaves.

For Variety: Instead of plain flour use 2 cups whole wheat flour and the remainder white or unbleached flour.