Ingredients
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2 (1/4 ounce) packages active dry yeast
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1 1/2 cups warm water, divided (110 degrees to 115 degrees)
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1/2 teaspoon sugar
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3 eggs, beaten
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1 cup applesauce
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1/2 cup honey
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 teaspoons salt
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8 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups peeled diced apples
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1 1/2 cups raisins
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 tablespoons cornmeal
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1 egg, beaten
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine yeast, 1/2 cup water and sugar; set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs, applesauce, honey, oil, salt and remaining water; mix well.
- Stir in yeast mixture.
- Gradually add enough flour to form a soft dough. Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Punch down and turn over in bowl.
- Cover and let rise 30 minutes. In a small bowl, combine apples, raisins and lemon juice. Divide dough into three parts; knead one-third of the apple mixture into each part.
- Shape each into round flat balls. Place each in a greased 8-in. round baking pan that has been sprinkled with cornmeal. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour. Brush each loaf with egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until brown sounds hollow when tapped.