Paska Or Easter Bread

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl, combine scalded milk, sugar, salt and butter. Cool to lukewarm.
2. 2
   Save 2 tablespoons of beaten eggs and add rest to mixture.
3. 3
   Crumble yeast in water and let stand 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Add to mixture.
5. 5
   Then add 2 cups of flour at a time until dough can be handled.
6. 6
   Knead on floured board for 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Place dough in greased bowl, grease top and let rise for 1 1/2 hours.
8. 8
   Knead again for 15 minutes.
9. 9
   Shape into 4 loaves.
10. 10
    Place in 2-quart size pans and let rise 45 minutes.
11. 11
    Brush with 2 tablespoons of egg that had been set aside.
12. 12
    Bake in 325° oven for 1 hour.