Christmas Bread with Cardamon Glaze

Directions

Thaw frozen bread dough according to package directions.

On a lightly flowered board pull dough out until it is 12 inches long.

Knead in the fruit, mincemeat and the nuts into the dough.

With a sharp knife cut dough into 3 ropes, 12 inches long.

Press the 3 ropes together on one end and braid on a greased cookiesheet.

Let rise in a warm (90 degree F) place until double in bulk, about 1½ hours.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350℉ (180℃) F for 25 to 30 minutes.

Cool. Combine the sugar, milk and cardamom, spread this glaze over bread.