1 Cake compressed yeast (2 if 1 Egg, well beaten
-time is limited) 5 c Flour
1 1/2 c Lukewarm water 1 tb Grated orange peel
1/2 c Sugar 3/4 c Chopped raisins
1 3/4 ts Salt 1/2 c Chopped nuts
2 tb Cinnamon 1/4 c Melted shortening
Soften yeast in lukewarm water. Add 6 tablespoons of sugar, the salt,
melted shortening, and egg. Add raisins, orange peel, and flour, beating
thoroughly after each addition until a soft dough is formed. (The dough
should be softer than for bread). Cover with a warm, damp cloth; allow to
double in bulk. Work down and form in two loaves. Place in well-oiled
pans. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Allow
to double in bulk. Bake in hot oven (425°F) 30 minutes. 2 small loaves.
The Household Searchlight - 1941
