Paska

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve sugar in lukewarm water and add yeast; let stand for 10 minutes.
2. 2
   Add lukewarm milk and 4 1/2 cups flour.
3. 3
   Mix until smooth; let rise until bubbly.
4. 4
   Add eggs, raisins, sugar, butter and salt; mix thoroughly.
5. 5
   Add enough flour to make a dough that does not stick to your hand.
6. 6
   Knead until shining.
7. 7
   Let rise until double in size.
8. 8
   Punch down and let rise again.
9. 9
   Divide and round dough into 3 balls, 1 for each loaf (medium-sized).
10. 10
    Place in greased round pans to double in size.
11. 11
    Brush with a beaten egg, mixed with 2 tablespoons water.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° for 15 minutes, then at 325° for 35 minutes.