Butter a llb. loaf tin. Dissolve the sugar in the milk and stir in the yeast until
thoroughly mixed. Leave in a warm place for 15 minutes. Meanwhile sift the flour and salt
into a bowl. add the butter and rub in. Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast
mixture. Mix together vigorously until it forms a soft dough. Turn on to a floured
surface. Knead gently and shape into a ball. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover and leave
to rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. Then work in the sultanas with the hands so they
are evenly distributed. Re-form the dough ball and leave to rise for 30 minutes. Finally
transfer to the tin; leave to rise for 45 minutes. Brush with beaten egg. Bake for 20
minutes in a pre-heated oven at 350F or Mark 4 until golden in colour. Turn on to a wire
rack to cool. Serve sliced thinly and buttered.
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