Scandinavian Cardamom Braided Bread

Soft braided sweet bread fragrant with cardamom.

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons yeast
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 5 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon cardamom
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Mix and knead all ingredients into a smooth dough.
2. Rise until doubled.
3. Divide into three ropes and braid.
4. Proof 30 minutes.
5. Bake at 375°F for 25 to 28 minutes.