Lassy-Bread

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, then stir in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour mixture alternately with milk.
4. Fold in raisins. Pour batter into prepared pan.
5. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. Let bread cool in pan for at least 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Lassy-bread is a traditional American sweet bread recipe.
• It is made with simple ingredients and doesn't require any special baking skills.
• Lassy-bread is great for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack.
• You can add other ingredients such as nuts, dried fruits, or citrus zest to the batter.