Cinnamon Raisin Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix dry yeast into warm water.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Mix sugar, salt, cinnamon and butter.
4. 4
   Stir in yeast mixture and egg yolk.
5. 5
   Beat in 1 1/2 cups flour.
6. 6
   Add raisins.
7. 7
   Stir in remaining flour.
8. 8
   Knead on floured surface.
9. 9
   Sprinkle flour on hands and work on surface until dough no longer sticks.
10. 10
    Knead for approximately 7 to 10 minutes. Form into ball and place into buttered bowl.
11. 11
    Roll and turn in bowl to grease entire ball (approximately 1 tablespoon butter, softened).
12. 12
    Cover and place in warm place for 1 hour or until double in size.
13. 13
    Punch down and shape into loaf.
14. 14
    Place in greased bread pan.
15. 15
    Cover with cloth; let rise 35 to 40 minutes.
16. 16
    Bake in preheated oven at 400° for 30 to 35 minutes.
17. 17
    Makes 1 loaf.