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Ingredients:

• 2 packets active dry yeast
• 2 cups warm water
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup oil (I use vegetable)
• 6 1/2 to 7 cups all-purpose flour

Directions:

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, dissolve the yeast in the water. (you could mix by hand but I prefer to use my Kitchenaid Mixer with the dough hook attachment).
2.  Add the sugar, salt, eggs and oil and mix just until combined.
3. Add 3 cups of the flour and mix until smooth.
4. Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
5. Turn out onto a floured surface and knead about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
6.  Place the dough in a greased bowl (I use my mixer bowl, washed of course), and cover with a towel. Put in a warm oven* and let rise for one hour.
7.  Remove the bowl, punch down the dough and divide in half.
8.  Place one half of the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll like you would a pinwheel. Pinch the ends together and place into a greased loaf pan (as a baker, THESE are my favorite!). Repeat with the other half of the dough. 
9. Place these back in the warm oven (you may have to re-warm it a little), cover with a towel and let rise for another hour.
10.  Once your loaves have risen, bake at 375 degrees for approximately 25 minutes.
11. Remove from the oven and brush the crust with melted butter to keep it soft.
12. Slice and enjoy!!! We love it with fresh apple butter in the fall!