1 c. milk, scalded
2 yeast
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. lemon or vanilla extract
1 lb. butter
4 2/3 c. flour

Cool milk and add yeast. Stir until dissolved. Add sugar, salt, and 2 1/3 cups flour. Beat. Add shortening and eggs, one at a time. Add the rest of the flour and flavoring. Brush with oil (Crisco) and rise 1 1/2 hours. Chill in refrigerator for 12 hours. Remove and braid into a shape such as a wreath. Let rise for 1 1/2 hours. Bake at 374 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Frost hot, with 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 teaspoons milk, 1/8 teaspoon vanilla, and a dash of salt. May be decorated with cut cherries and silver balls.