1 pkg. dry yeast
1/4 c. lukewarm water
1 egg
1 c. scalded milk
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. salt
3 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, sifted

FILLING:

1 stick butter, melted
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. nuts, chopped
1 tbsp. cinnamon

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 1 egg and beat well. Combine milk, sugar, shortening and salt. Let cool until lukewarm. Gradually add to yeast mixture. Add 1 cup flour, mix well. Gradually add remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time. Mix well. Cover and let rise 1 to 2 hours. Turn out onto a floured surface. Roll into a rectangle. Top with filling. Roll up. Cut into 1 inch slices. Place in a greased pan, cover with damp cloth and let rise for 1 to 2 hours. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. Confectioners icing may be drizzled over.