Bread(Martha Mulligan'S)

1. 1

   Cream the yeast with a good pinch of salt and sugar.

2. 2

   Add warmed milk, sugar, eggs and about 4 cups flour.

3. 3

   Mix and beat well. Add butter and oil. Add more flour and knead until dough is soft and pliant and comes from the sides of the bowl.

4. 4

   Brush top of dough lightly with oil. Let rise until double in bulk.

5. 5

   Punch down and form into 2 braids (or loaves or rolls).

6. 6

   Let rise again. Brush with egg wash (optional).

7. 7

   Bake in a 350u00b0 oven for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.

8. 8

   Brush very generously with melted butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.