Becky Sue Sweet Bread

This recipe is from my fabulous SIL. My brother dies of happiness every time she makes this for him.

• Ready In: 24 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 5  cups flour
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 1⁄2 cups hot water
• 2 1⁄4 teaspoons  yeast
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 2  eggs

Directions

1. Combine 2 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt in a large bowl.
2. Stir well and add soft butter.
3. Add hot tap water all at once.
4. Beat with mixer at high speed for 1 minute. Stir in remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
5. Turn out on floured board in a ball. Knead 5-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
6. Cover with plastic wrap and a towel and let rest for 15-20 minutes.
7. Punch down.
8. Divide dough in half and shape each into a braid.
9. Place in two greased 9 inch cake pans.
10. Brush surface of dough with salad oil.
11. Cover pans loosely with plastic wrap.
12. Refrigerate 2-24 hours.
13. When ready to bake, remove from fridge, uncover and let stand 10 minutes.
14. Bake at 375°F for 30-35 minutes.
15. Remove from pan and immediately brush with butter.