In a small bowl:
2 tbsp. of yeast (2 pkg's) rapid or instant
1.1/2 cups of water
1 tbsp. sugar
Let it set for about 5 - 10 min's.
In large bowl:
4 cups lukewarm water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup veggie or olive oil
1 tbsp. salt
Stir it up, then add the yeast mixture. Start adding flour (I ended up using 13 cups or better) Work until it's a good dough, kind of spongy. Grease a large (w/room for rising) bowl with oil or butter and pour dough into bowl and let rise 1 hour in a warm place. Punch down and let rise again.
Punch down, knead for a few minutes, and form into loaves. I made 6 loaves. Let rise again in oiled loaf pans. Bake 350 degrees for about 45 min's or until they sound kind of hollow. Ovens vary so you'll have to judge for yourself.
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