Holiday Sage Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk with sugar, salt, onion and butter.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle yeast into warm water; stir until dissolved, then stir in a cooled milk mixture.
4. 4
   Stir in flour and sage until well blended, then beat with a wooden spoon about 100 strokes.
5. 5
   Dough will be sticky and heavy.
6. 6
   Cover with a clean towel; let rise in a warm place, away from drafts, for about 1 hour or until doubled.
7. 7
   Stir down.