2 c. milk, scalded
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. melted shortening
1/4 c. molasses
1 cake yeast
3/4 c. raisins
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
6 c. flour

Combine milk, salt, shortening and molasses. Cool to lukewarm. Add yeast to cooled milk mixture and allow to stand 5 minutes. Add raisins and cinnamon. Add flour, a little at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix until dough is stiff, enough to knead on a lightly floured board.

Knead until smooth and elastic. Cover with warm damp cloth and allow to rise until double in bulk. Form into loaves. Place in well greased loaf pan and let rise until double in bulk. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Yield 2 loaves.