Saffron Bread

Directions

1. 1
   crumble saffron fine and pour 1/2 cup boiling water over it.
2. 2
   steep 2 hours.
3. 3
   make a mixture of yeast, 1/2 cup warm water and 1/2 teaspoon sugar.
4. 4
   add the mixture to 2 1/2 and add just enough water to beat in until smooth.
5. 5
   cover and store in a warm place for an hour.
6. 6
   in a larrge bowl mix 5 cups flour, salt, and nutmeg.
7. 7
   work in shortening add 2 cups sugar.
8. 8
   mixing in well then raisins.
9. 9
   add to yeast mxture place in warm place for 1 hour.
10. 10
    shape into bread loaves and then bake at 375 15 minutes.