This is my first time and it was fantastic. My mom said she had this growing up and makes it at Christmas for gifts for the neighbour. Great toasted with jam.
Step One
In a bowl, mix together the following ingredients:
11/2 Cup lukewarm water
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp yeast
And let it sit for around 10 minutes.
Step Two
Add to the mixture:
1 1/2 Cup (scalded the cooled) milk
1 C sugar
4 eggs, beaten
1 tsp cardamon
1/2 C water
1/2 C butter (melted)
1 tsp salt
3 1/2 C flour
3/4 tsp raisins (optional)
Beat all the ingredients together with a whisk until smooth.
Step Three
Add more flour:
3 1/2 flour
I used the bread maker at various stages to help mix it up and it was easy.
The directions are to knead it for 3 minutes and then let it rest for one. Repeat and knead lightly on a lightly floured surface until the dough becomes soft and satiny. Cover with a damp cloth and let it sit in a warm place for an hour.
Punch down and cut it into three equal pieces. Then cut the three pieces in to three again. Roll our each piece into long strips about 10 inches long and braid the three together. You will have three fairly large loafs.
Cover and let it it rise for 30 minutes.
Beat one egg and brush each loaf. Bake at 385 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes.
Variation-add almond slivers on top.
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