Paska

Ingredients

• 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast

• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 1/2 cups whey (from Hrudka) or scalded milk
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 3 extra large eggs, beaten
• 9 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 extra large egg, beaten

Directions

1. 1

   Soften yeast in warm water.

2. 2

   Melt margarine in milk and let cool.

3. 3

   Add sugar, yeast mixture, and salt.

4. 4

   Add the 3 beaten eggs.

5. 5

   Add flour to make a soft dough.

6. 6

   Knead until elastic.

7. 7

   Put in greased bowl to rise.

8. 8

   Let rise until doubled, then punch down and let rise again.

9. 9

   Put in a 2-quart greased casserole pan and let rise until doubled.

10. 10

    Brush with beaten egg.

11. 11

    Bake at 350°F for 30-45 minutes.

12. 12

    Cool before taking out of pans.