ITALIAN EASTER BREAD 
4 or 5 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
5 tbsp. melted shortening
1 pkg. yeast
1/3 c. warm water
1/3 c. milk
5 eggs

Scald milk, add sugar, salt and melted shortening; set to cool. Add yeast to warm water and combine with cooled milk. Beat eggs lightly and add to other liquids. Add flour to make a soft dough and knead well. Put in a greased bowl and cover with a wet towel. Let rise until double, punch dough down and divide in half. Form into loaves and place in greased loaf pans. Let rise until double, about an hour. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Makes 2 loaves.

 

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