Christmas Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk and add sugar and salt.
2. 2
   When luke warm add dry yeast and 2 cups flour.
3. 3
   Beat well and let rise for 45 minutes. Mix eggs and shortening and add to yeast mixture.
4. 4
   Add remaining flour and fruit.
5. 5
   Knead and let rise.
6. 6
   Knead again and put into loaves and let rise again.
7. 7
   Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.