2 cakes yeast
3 c. milk, scalded
1/2 c. lukewarm water
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. currants
2 tsp. salt
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c. chopped citron
3/4 c. chopped raisins
1/2 c. candied cherries
1/2 tsp. cardamom
Flour

Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Pour scalded milk over butter. When lukewarm, add yeast and sugar. Add half of flour and salt; beat 10 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly. Add fruit and a bit more flour. Knead and place in greased bowl to rise. When risen, knead again. Let rise until light and make into loaves. Mix egg yolk and 2 tablespoons water and brush on loaves before baking.

Bake in 375 degree oven for 35 to 40 minutes. After removing from oven, brush crust with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.