Holiday Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water plus sugar for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Scald milk.
3. 3
   Add oleo.
4. 4
   Mix eggs, salt and remaining sugar together. When just warm, combine the 2 mixtures.
5. 5
   Add about 4 cups flour; mix well.
6. 6
   Beat for a few minutes.
7. 7
   Add enough flour to make dough handle nicely.
8. 8
   Set to rise for about 1 hour.
9. 9
   Divide dough in 6 parts.
10. 10
    Make 2 braided loaves.
11. 11
    Place loaves in well-greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
12. 12
    Bake at 325° for 1 hour.
13. 13
    Yield:
14. 14
    2 loaves.