Christmas Houska

Directions

1. 1
   Put yeast into 1/2 cup lukewarm milk and let rise.
2. 2
   Cream the butter and sugar together.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time.
4. 4
   Mix well. Then add yeast, milk, salt and grated rind.
5. 5
   Make dough pretty thick and add nuts and raisins.
6. 6
   Knead the dough until smooth and not sticky.
7. 7
   Let rise.
8. 8
   Then put the dough on board and divide for braids.
9. 9
   Bake at 425° for 20 minutes, then 375° for another 40 minutes.
10. 10
    Frost with confectioners sugar frosting.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with almonds and cherries.