Lithuanian Sweet Bread(Pyragas; A Simplified Version of a Traditional Holiday Bread)

In a large bowl thoroughly mix 3/4 cup flour, sugar and yeast. Combine milk and margarine in a saucepan and heat over low heat until liquid is warm.

Gradually add to first mixture and beat 2 minutes at medium speed on electric mixer, scraping bowl occasionally.

Add eggs and 1/2 cup flour and beat at high speed for 2 minutes.

Add remaining 3/4 cup flour; beat at high speed for 2 minutes.

Cover tightly with plastic wrap and let rise in warm, draft-free place until bubbly (1 to 1 1/2 hours).

Stir in raisins; turn into greased 2-quart pan and let rise, uncovered, in warm place for 30 minutes.

Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until done.