Apple Raisin Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Peel, seed and coarsely chop apples.
2. 2
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, water and shortening.
4. 4
   Add yeast mixture, raisins and apples.
5. 5
   Gradually add flour to form soft dough.
6. 6
   Turn out onto well floured surface and knead for 10 minutes, adding flour as needed to keep dough from sticking.
7. 7
   Dough should be smooth and elastic.
8. 8
   Place in greased bowl.
9. 9
   Cover and let rise in warm place until double.
10. 10
    Punch down and form 2 loaves.
11. 11
    Place in 2 loaf pans (9 x 5-inch).
12. 12
    Let rise until higher than pans.
13. 13
    Bake at 375° for 25 to 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Cool out of pans.
15. 15
    After 10 minutes, butter tops of loaves.
16. 16
    Cool, slice and enjoy.