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Yeast: Braided Easter Bread




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients




2 1/4 cups flour -- (2 1/4 to 3 1/4)
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package rapid rise dry yeast
2 eggs, beaten
2/3 cup warm milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon anise seed
1/2 cup candied fruit (optional)
1/4 cup chopped nuts
5 RAW colored eggs

Recipe



Combine 1 cup of the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add dry mixture to the milk and melted butter mixture, along with the eggs. Beat with a mixer for 2 minutes.

Stir in enough of the remaining flour and the anise seed plus any of the candied fruit or nuts to make a soft dough. Knead for 8 to 10 minutes. Add flour as necessary so dough is not sticky.

Let rise for about 1- 1 1/2 hour or until double in size. Divide dough in half. Roll each piece into 24" rope. Overlap dough over itself (twist 2 pieces together) connecting the 4 end pieces to form a wreath. place on greased baking sheet.

Place the five raw colored eggs into spaces between twists. Brush with melted butter. Let rise for 1 hour.

Bake at 350¼F for 35-50 minutes.