| A very tasty sourdough bread. I have shared this bread and recipe with people all over the neighbor hood and they keep coming back for more. |
| 1 C Starter | 1/2 C White sugar |
| 1/2 C Warm water | 1 4 oz. pk. active yeast |
| 1 1/2 tsp Salt | 1/2 C Cooking oil |
| 6 cups general purpose flour |
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The yeast is optional, depending on strength of starter and length of time for rise. A weak starter may take up to 12 hours to double. The yeast will double in about four If using yeast, dissolve in 1/4 cup warm water. Reduce other water by 1/4 cup. Mix all ingredients except flour in large bowl.After sugar is melted, add flour, either manually or in electric mixer. When all elements are completely mixed, place sponge in large bowl greased with 2 tbsp. cooking oil. Rotate sponge to grease all sudes. Cover and place in wark spot torise until doubled. Once doubled remove from bowl and knead for ten minuted. Add flour if necessary to |