Apple Raisin Bread2 package active dry yeast 1 1/2 cups warm water, divided 1 tsp. sugar 3 eggs beaten 1 cup applesauce 1/2 cup honey 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 tsp. salt 8 to 9 cups flour 1 1/2 cups diced peeled apples 2 T lemon juice 1 1/2 cups raisins 2 T cornmeal Glaze: 1 egg beaten, sugar In a small bowl, combine yeast, 1/2 cup water and sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs, applesauce, honey, oil, and remaining water; mix well. Stir in yeast mixture. Gradually add enough flour to form a soft dough. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Place dough in greased bowl. cover and let rise until doubled, about an hour. In a small bowl combine apples, lemon juice, and raisins. Divide dough into three parts; knead 1/3 of the apple mixture into each part. Shape each into round flat balls. Place in greased 8-inch round baking pans sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise until doubled again, about an hour. Brush each loaf with glaze and sprinkle with sugar. Bake 350° for 30-35 minutes. Makes 3 loaves. |
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