2 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 package yeast
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup margarine
3 eggs, room temp
RAISINS, SEEDLESS
1/2 cup brown sugar, boiled
1/3 cup water, boiled
1/4 cup rum, boiled
Directions
Recipe by: Ann Fliss mix 3/4 cup flour and yeast. combine milk and
margarine in a sauce pan till
Servings: 1 servings
Babka (Polish Easter Bread) Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Bread; Breads; Holiday
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We hope you enjoy this Babka (Polish Easter Bread) recipe.
