– 2 packages of dry active yeast – 3/4 cup white sugar divided – 1 cup warm water warm to touch but not hot – 1/2 cup lard melted (Crisco shortening can also be used) – 3 eggs room temperature – 2 tsp kosher salt – 6 cups bread flour more or less Egg wash – 1 egg with 2 tablespoons water whisked together until foamy
In a medium sized bowl combine the yeast, warm water, and three tablespoons of sugar.
Set aside until the yeast begins to bubble. If it doesn't bubble, the yeast isn't good and you need to start over.
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