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Pan de Manteca (Sobao)
5 lbs. flour 1 1/2 oz. salt 3/4 cup of sugar 1/2 cup shortening 2 litres water 1/2 oz. of dry yeast
Mix water, sugar, salt and shortening for 2 or 3 minutes. Add flour and yeast. Using a heavy duty mixer; knead the dough for 15 minutes.
Divide the dough in 5 equal portions and shape them into loaves. Place loaves on baking sheets and allow to rise until doubled.
Bake in a 340 to 350 degrees F preheated oven, until golden. The loaves are done if tapping on them makes a hollow sound.
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