Garlic Batter Bread - yeast

Method

• Dissolve yeast in water in a large mixing bowl.
• Add shortening, sugar, salt, garlic and 2 cups of the flour.
• Beat 1 minute on low speed, scraping bowl constantly.
• Beat 2 minutes at medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally.
• Stir in remaining flour until smooth.
• Cover; let rise in warm place until double, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
• Stir down by beating 25 strokes by hand. Spread evenly in a greased loaf pan.
• Pat with a floured hand to smooth the top.
• Let rise until doubled, about 40 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°.
• Bake 45 minutes, or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
• Brush top with melted butter; remove from pan and cool on a wire rack.
• Makes 1 loaf.