Sally Lunn - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. water (110~ to 115~)
2 pkg. active dry yeast
1 1/2 c. lukewarm milk
2 Tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1/4 c. soft shortening
5 1/2 c. flour

Preparation

Measure 1/2 cup water into mixing bowl.
Add yeast, stirring to dissolve.
Stir in remaining ingredients.
Beat until smooth (100 strokes).
Cover.
Let rise until very light (1 hour).
Beat down; pour into greased 10-inch tube pan.
Let rise to within 1-inch of top of pan (45 minutes).
Bake until golden brown and crusty.
Bake at 350\u00b0 for 45 to 50 minutes.
Makes 16 servings.