Ingredients
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1/2 cup sugar1 egg1/4 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cardamom3-3/4 to 4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup diced citron or mixed candied fruit
Preparation
In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, egg, butter, salt, cardamom and 2 cups flour; mix well. Stir in raisins, citron and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to greased top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down; divide in half. Shape each portion into a flattened ball. Place in two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks.
