French Bread

1 packet of yeast
1 Tablespoon sugar
1 1/4 cups warm water
1/2 Tablespoon salt
2 Tablespoons oil
3 1/2 cup flour

Put ingredients in bowl in the order listed.
Add enough flour to knead with hands for 5 minutes.
Let rest in covered bowl for 10 minutes.
Repeat this process until on the 5th time instead of punching down, roll flat (about 12x18 inches)
Roll up in long tube, pinch edges together and lay on a greased cookie sheet.
Let rise until double (at least 30 minutes).
Cut 3-4 slashes diagonally across loaf with sharp knife,
Take care not to deflate dough.
Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes.
Brush with butter to make shiny.

Can double recipe for 2 loaves.

Dorrie's Yummy Crock Pot Soup

1 can of rotel
1 can of corn
1 can of black beans (drained and rinsed)
2 frozen chicken breasts
8 oz cream cheese
1 packet ranch dip
1TB cumin
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili powder

Put everything in crock pot and cook for 6- 8 hours.  Shred chicken and enjoy.

This soup was a little thick so I would add a can of water or chicken broth.

From Dorrie Mortensen