Avanti'S Sweet Bread

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in warm water. Let sit, undisturbed for about 10 minutes. You should see little bubbles appear. This tells you that the yeast is active.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix oil, eggs, salt, sugar and water and yeast mixture together till blended.

3. 3

   Add flour one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.

4. 4

   Knead till smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Let rise till doubled, about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

6. 6

   repeat the kneading and rising.

7. 7

   Punch down.

8. 8

   Cut dough into 2 pieces.

9. 9

   Let rise, covered for 10 minutes.

10. 10

    Shape into 2 oblong loaves, about 14 inches long.

11. 11

    Place on greased cookie sheets.

12. 12

    Cover: let rise again, about 50-60 minutes.

13. 13

    Cut slash down middle of bread or 3 slashes diagonally on top.

14. 14

    Bake at 350 for 20 to 25 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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