Orange Scented Easter Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast, sugar, salt and 2 cups of flour in a large bowl, with a whisk or in the bowl of an electric mixer with a dough hook.
2. 2
   Add the warm milk, eggs, butter and orange zest.
3. 3
   Mix until smooth, about 3 minutes.
4. 4
   Add remaining flor 1/2 cup at a time (you may not need all the flour).
5. 5
   Until the dough is too stiff to stir by hand or if using a mixer enough flour to make a soft dough.
6. 6
   Knead dough 10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes by mixer.
7. 7
   Place dough in an oiled bowl and roll around to coat.
8. 8
   Cover with plastic wrap.
9. 9
   Let rise in a warm place until doubled about 1-1 1/2 hours.
10. 10
    Punch dough down and divide in half.
11. 11
    Divide each half in three strands and roll onto long ropes 14-inch long.
12. 12
    Braid 3 strands together and place on parchment lined baking shet.
13. 13
    Cover loosely with oiled plastsic wrap and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.,.
14. 14
    Bake in preheated 350F for 25-30 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 190F If making 1 large bread, for 50-60 minutes.
15. 15
    GLAZE: Combine icing sugar and orange juice.
16. 16
    Drizzle over warm bread.