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Chinese Silver Loaves
1 3/4 cups hot water
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons vegatable oil or shortening
6 cups plain flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoons salt
Add sugar and shortening to hot water and stir until sugar is dissolved and allow to cool until barely warm
Sift remaining ingredients into a large mixing bowl, and gradually stir in sugar mixture. Mix well and gradually draw dough together with your hands. It should be soft but not sticky
On a floured board, knead dough about 5-8 minutes or until smooth or elastic. Return to bowl, cover with damp cloth, and let rise at least 1 hour.
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*waits patiently*
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