Classic Rich Bread

Instructions

1. In a large mixer bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, yeast, sugar and salt; mix well.
2. In saucepan, heat milk, water and butter until warm (120° to 130°); butter does not need to melt.
3. Add to flour mixture.
4. Add eggs.
5. Blend at low speed until moistened; beat 3 minutes at medium speed.
6. By hand, gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make a firm dough.
7. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic, 5 to 8 minutes.
8. Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
9. Cover; let rise in warm place until light and doubled, about 1 1/2 hours.
10. Punch down dough.
11. Divide into 3 parts.
12. On lightly floured surface, roll or pat each third to a 14 x 7-inch rectangle.
13. Starting with shorter side, roll up tightly, pressing dough into roll with each turn.
14. Pinch edges and ends to seal.
15. Place in greased 8 x 4-inch bread pans.
16. Cover; let rise in warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
17. Bake at 375° for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown.
18. Remove from pans; cool.