Yeast Cornbread

Dissolve 1 package yeast in 1/4 cup warm water.  Scald 2 cups milk and pour over 1/3 cup lard or shortening and 1/3 cup of sugar.  Cool and add 2 eggs, well beaten, 1 teaspoon salt, and the yeast mixture.  Mix well and add 4 cups flour and 1/2 cup cornmeal.  Pour mixture into two loaf pans and let rise until double.  Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.