Kulich Recipe

• (Russian Easter bread)
• 1 Tbsp. active dry yeast
• 1/4 c. hot water (105-115 degrees)
• 1/2 c. hot lowfat milk (105-115 degrees)
• 1/3 c. sugar
• 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp almond extract
• 1/2 tsp grnd cardamom
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. grated lemon peel
• 2 x -3 c. flour
• 2 x beaten Large eggs
• 1/2 c. toasted slivered almonds
• 1/2 c. minced candied mixed fruit
• 1/4 c. confectioner's sugar
• 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice

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