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Italian Sweet Bread

1 cup warm milk (70° to 80°)
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
EGG WASH:
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
Italian seasoning, optional

In bread machine pan, place the first seven ingredients in order

Printed from tasteofhome.com Nov 19, 2008

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Italian Sweet Bread cont.

suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5
minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if
needed). When the cycle is completed, turn dough onto a floured
surface. Divide in half. Shape each portion into a ball; flatten
slightly. Place in two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cover and
let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Beat egg and water; brush
over the dough. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning if desired. Bake at
350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans
to wire racks to cool.

Yield: 2 loaves.