2 c. warm water
3 pkg. dry yeast
12 c. flour
2 c. milk
1 c. sugar
4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. oil
2 tsp. powdered cardamom (or 15 pods, crushed)
2 cans Solo poppy seed filling

Dissolve yeast in water, sugar and 2 cups of flour (or use quick method on yeast package). Mix all ingredients together and knead. Let rise until doubled in size. Divide into 4 sections. Roll out into large rectangle, spread on 1/2 can poppy seed filling, roll up, make several cuts through loaf and let rise. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes in 350 degree oven (until golden brown).