Homemade Lye Soap - used grease

Method

• Put 3 gallons water in old-time wash pot.
• Melt lye, then grease.
• Let boil.
• When grease melts, gradually add the remaining water.
• Cook slow or it will boil over.
• Use wooden paddle to stir constantly.
• When soap is done, lift paddle from the pot and it will string.
• To test, put a little soap in cold water and it will form a ball.
• Can be put in molds.
• Do not use aluminum.