Orange Bread

Directions

1. 1
   dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   in separate bowl combine sugar, orange zest, salt and baking soda.
3. 3
   to sugar mixture add milk, melted butter, orange juice and dissolved yeast.
4. 4
   add enough flour to make a stiff dough.
5. 5
   turn out and knead till smooth.
6. 6
   Dough should not be sticky.
7. 7
   place in greased mixing bowl turning to coat dough.
8. 8
   cover and let rise till doubled.
9. 9
   Punch down and divide in half.
10. 10
    Let rest 5 to 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Shape into 2 loaves.
12. 12
    Place in greased loaf pans, cover and let rise till doubled.
13. 13
    brush with egg yolk wash (optional).
14. 14
    bake @ 350 degrees F for 30 - 35 minutes.
15. 15
    I measure inside temp to 180 to 190 degrees before pulling out to cool.