1 packet of active dry yeast
1/4 cup of warm water
1/4 cup of milk
3/4 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of butter or margarine
1/2 cup of scalded milk
2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup of maraschino cherries, chopped
1/2 cup of nuts or chestnuts, chopped
1 packet of active dry yeast
1/4 cup of warm water
1/4 cup of milk
3/4 teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of butter or margarine
1/2 cup of scalded milk
2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup of maraschino cherries, chopped
1/2 cup of nuts or chestnuts, chopped
Dissolve the yeast in warm water
Mix the milk with the salt, butter or margarine, and scalded milk, and let it rest
Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and beat well
Add the yeast and egg and beat well
Add the remaining flour to form a soft dough
Place on a floured surface and knead for 5-8 minutes
Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning to coat evenly
Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled
Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and shape into a rectangle
Sprinkle with chopped maraschino cherries and nuts or chestnuts, and knead again until well incorporated
Shape into a loaf about 15 cm in diameter and place in a greased baking dish
Cover and let rise until doubled
Bake in a moderate oven (170°C) until the bread is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped
Let cool and cover with confectioner's glaze.
