Holiday Bread

1. 1

   Melt the butter and add milk and 1/2 cup warm water and set aside.

2. 2

   Mix yeast with 1/2 cup of warm water (it should bubble, if not start over), add to the other liquid above.

3. 3

   Mix all ingredients and knead.

4. 4

   Make a ball and lightly cover with oil, then push down and cover a blanket.

5. 5

   Let stand 3 - 4 hours, knead again and again cover with a blanket for 1 more hour.

6. 6

   Make 5 loaves and place on 3 greased baking sheets, cover with a blanket for 1/2 hour more.

7. 7

   Beat 2 eggs in a bowl and brush on bread, make a cross in the dough with a sharp knife and bake at 325 degrees for 1/2 hour.

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