Christmas Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk.
2. 2
   Add sugar, butter and salt, cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add yeast mixture and 3 cups flour.
4. 4
   Let rise 1 hour, then add vanilla and eggs.
5. 5
   Mix fruit and raisins with 1/4 cup flour, add to dough, then add enough flour to handle (about 4 cups).
6. 6
   Knead well and let rise until light.
7. 7
   Put in greased loaf pans.
8. 8
   Let rise until doubled.
9. 9
   Bake 10 minutes at 400°.
10. 10
    Reduce heat to 325° and bake about 40 minutes.
11. 11
    Frost with confectioners sugar.
12. 12
    Makes 2 loaves.