Harvest Loaf

• 1 lb. plain flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• ½ oz.

Sieve together the flour and salt and rub in lard. Dissolve the sugar in the water and sprinkle the dried yeast on top. Leave for about 10 minutes or until frothy. Add to the flour and work the mixture to a firm dough which leaves the sides of the bowl clean. Turn on to a lightly floured working surface and knead well for about 10 minutes. Put into a lightly oiled polythene bag, tie loosely and