Thursday, June 2, 2011

Stollen

April 26, 1996


1 loaf frozen bread dough, thawed- I used my bread machine
1/2 c.chopped nuts
1/4 c. candied citron
1/4 c. candied cherries
2 T. sugar
1 t. cinnamon
1 T. oleo
1/2 c. chopped pecans
Almond Glaze: Sift and mix 3/4 c. powdered sugar with 4 T. evaporated milk and a nice drop or two of almond extract.

Spray a medium size bowl with a non stick spray and a sheet of plastic wrap for the dough.. Once the dough begins to rise, sprinkle on nuts, candied fruits, sugar  oleo and cinnamon. Knead 7 minutes. Form the loaf into  a french type loaf and place on a sprayed cookie sheet. Let rise until double. Remove wrap and bake at 350* for 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Add glaze.

I practice all year what special recipes I will use during the holidays.

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