Dissolve Yeast In 1/2 Cup Warm Water. Place Sugar, Salt And Shortening In A Bowl. Add 1c Very Hot Water - Stir To Dissolve. Add Milk - Add Yeast. Add Enough Flour To Make Stiff Dough. Knead Till Smooth But Not Sticky. Place In Greased Bowl And Let Rise Until Doubled In Size. Shape Into Two Loaves And Place In Bread Pans. Let Rise Until Doubled In Bulk. Bake At 400 Deg F. For 35 To 40 Minutes Or Until Golden And Hollow Sounding When Lightly Tapped On The Top.