Glazed Raisin Loaf

Directions

1. 1
   Soften active dry yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Combine next 4 ingredients.
3. 3
   Add hot milk; stir to dissolve sugar.
4. 4
   Cool to lukewarm.
5. 5
   Add 1 cup of the flour; mix well.
6. 6
   Add yeast and eggs; beat well.
7. 7
   Stir in remaining flour, mixing well.
8. 8
   Turn out on lightly floured surface.
9. 9
   Cover; let rest 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Knead until smooth and elastic (8 to 10 minutes).
11. 11
    Place in lightly greased bowl, turning once to grease surface.
12. 12
    Cover; let double (1 1/2 to 2 hours) in warm place.
13. 13
    Punch down; cover and let rest 10 minutes.
14. 14
    Shape in loaf.
15. 15
    Place in greased 9 1/2 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
16. 16
    Cover; let almost double (45 to 60 minutes).
17. 17
    Bake in moderate oven (375°) about 25 minutes.
18. 18
    Place foil over top last 10 minutes if necessary.
19. 19
    Remove from pan; cool.
20. 20
    Glaze with confectioners sugar icing.