How to Prepare
An egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon milk and brushed on loaves makes a shiny loaf (before baking).
Mix all the ingredients. Knead until well mixed. Let rise in warm protected area until double in size.
Knead down flat about 1-inch thick. (Use rolling pin or pat down.) Make long strips about 1-inch wide, intertwine 4 strips to make bottom. Then braid 3 strips for top. Place on top of 4 strips, secure with toothpicks. Let rise 1/2 hour or so.
Bake 45 to 55 minutes at 325 degrees F.
While still warm mix confectioners' sugar and water; drizzle over top of cake.
