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Paska

Also known as: Easter bread

A rich, lightly sweet braided bread carried to church baskets and Easter tables.

Heritage Slovak, Ukrainian, and Rusyn
Time 3 hours
Yield 1 large loaf

Ingredients

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Method

  1. Bloom the yeast in warm milk with a pinch of sugar. Mix with the flour, remaining sugar, eggs, butter, and salt.
  2. Knead until elastic, adding raisins if desired. Let rise until doubled.
  3. Shape a round loaf, reserving dough for a braid or cross. Rise again, brush with egg, and bake at 350°F for 35 to 45 minutes.

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