Christmas Bread Wreath

Directions

1. 1
   Place defrosted bread in oiled bowl and cover with tea towel. Let rise in warm place 3 to 4 hours.
2. 2
   Punch down (do not knead). Stretch onto an oiled cookie sheet to approximately 8 1/2 x 12-inch rectangle.
3. 3
   Spread with soft butter or oleo.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, raisins, ground nuts and candied fruits.
5. 5
   Roll like a jelly roll.
6. 6
   Wet hands and pinch ends together securely, making a large ring.
7. 7
   Cut with scissors every 1/2-inch around the ring.
8. 8
   Using hands, twist each section to lay flatter and hide the cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Let rise until almost double in warm place.
10. 10
    Bake 1/2 hour at 350° until lightly browned.