Libbie'S Czech Apple Coffeecake

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   Dissolve yeast with 1 tablespoon sugar in 1 cup warm water; let proof for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Put in mixing bowl 2 cups warm water, 1/2 cup sugar, salt, egg, melted shortening, a little lemon flavoring, and 6 cups flour sifted, and raisins.

3. 3

   Few raisins can be added, pressed into dough after dough is in pan.

4. 4

   This will not be stiff but sticky on fingers.( this is very soft dough i used pam in pan and n top of dough ).

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   Let rise 2 hours.( this was a little long rise until doubled the temps were cooler in those old farm houses ).

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   Put in two 9x13 greased pans.

7. 7

   Using melted shortening in your hand to spread dough after it rises about 1 hour.(again until doubled )punch down

8. 8

   Put sliced apples or canned apples on top (I would put cinnamon sugar mixture on now)(. cover with tin foil ).

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   Let rise 1 more hour.( until doubled ).

10. 10

    Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes until done i had at 425 for 30 it was to fast

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    Remove from oven and cover with sour cream, sugar and/or cinnamon.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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