Greek Christmas Bread Abm

Method

• Dissolve the yeast in the warm water
• Combine the sugar, cardamom, salt, egg, milk and oil in a large bowl
• Mix well
• Add the yeast mixture, flours, raisins and nuts
• Mix well
• Add enough extra flour to make soft dough
• Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes
• Shape into a round loaf
• Put the dough into a lightly-oiled 8-inch-round cake pan
• Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk, about 1 hour
• Bake in a 350-degree oven 35 to 40 minutes, or until brown.