Ingredients

  • 3 c. flour
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 3 egg yolks, at room temperature
  • 1 c. raisins
  • Lemon Glaze (recipe follows)

Method

  • In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, undissolved yeast and salt.
  • Heat milk, butter and water until very warm. Butter does not need to melt.
  • Gradually add to dry ingredients. Beat 2 minutes at medium speed of electric mixer, scraping bowl occasionally.
  • Add egg yolks and 1/2 cup of the flour.
  • Beat 2 minutes at high speed.
  • With spoon, stir in remaining flour. Cover.
  • Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour or more.