Stollen

Directions

1. 1
   Sprinkle yeast over warm water.
2. 2
   Scald milk and stir in shortening, sugar and salt until dissolved.
3. 3
   When cool, add to the yeast with 1 cup flour and let rise until bubbly.
4. 4
   Stir down; add egg and rest of flour.
5. 5
   Let set to rise for 1 1/2 hours.
6. 6
   Then dust raisins and fruits with flour; stir into mix and form into 2 loaves.
7. 7
   Place them on greased sheet.
8. 8
   Bake in 350° oven for 45 to 60 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from oven; brush with melted butter and sprinkle generously with confectioners sugar while hot.