Sweet Buttered Raisin Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt.

3. 3

   Add the yeast mixture, eggs, and melted butter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

4. 4

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

6. 6

   Once risen, punch down the dough and knead in the raisins until evenly distributed.

7. 7

   Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf pan.

8. 8

   Cover the loaf pan with a cloth and let the dough rise again for about 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

10. 10

    Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped.

11. 11

    Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. 12

    Slice and serve the sweet buttered raisin bread as desired.