2 c. milk
1 c. water
2 tsp. salt
1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. yeast
12 to 14 c. flour
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 tbsp. butter, melted
3 tbsp. butter, melted
2 eggs
1 c. raisins
1 egg, beaten

Scald milk and water. Add salt and sugar and all yeast to liquid when it is slightly cooled. Add about 1 pound flour along with lemon peel, melted butter and butter, 2 eggs and raisins. Work in rest of flour, until no longer sticky. Place in oiled bowl. Cover and let rise until doubled. Shape in 6 small or 2 large braids. Let rise again until doubled. Brush with beaten egg and bake 20 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees.