Portuguese Sweet Bread (Pao Doce)(Makes 5 Large Round Loaves)

1. 1

   Bring milk to a boil, dissolve yeast in warm water.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, sift flour, salt, and sugar.

3. 3

   Add butter and mix well. Add the beaten eggs, lemon extract, and yeast and mix well. Knead dough for 20 minutes, gradually adding milk as needed. Knead until no dough sticks to your hands.

4. 4

   Let rise in a pan until it doubles in size.

5. 5

   Push down, then shape into 5 round balls and place each in a greased pan.

6. 6

   Let rise until double in size.

7. 7

   Brush tops with whole beaten egg.

8. 8

   Bake at 350u00b0 for one hour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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