Irish Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk with butter.
2. 2
   Pour into a large bowl and cool.
3. 3
   Add sugar and salt.
4. 4
   Dissolve yeast cake in lukewarm water.
5. 5
   When milk has cooled, add the beaten egg and the yeast; stir well.
6. 6
   Add fruit and raisins, then the flour.
7. 7
   Beat well and let rise to double.
8. 8
   If not stiff enough to knead, add a little more flour but don't get too stiff; knead well.
9. 9
   Place in bowl and butter top.
10. 10
    Let rise to double; knead and shape into 2 loaves.
11. 11
    Let rise.
12. 12
    Bake at 400° for about 45 minutes.