bread of the dead - Easy Recipes

bread of the dead

Bread of the Dead (Pan de Muertos)

This bread is traditionally baked for All Souls Day on November 2. This is the day that Mexican families visit graves of deceased relatives, have a picnic, and celebrate the eternity of their souls. When making the bread, a little dough is used to decorate the top of each loaf with bones, crosses and tears. These shapes rise with the loaf and are attached just before baking.

1 package dry yeast
1/2 cup lukewarm water
5 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup butter, melted and cooled
6 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons anise water
2 tablespoons orange blossom water
1 tablespoon grated orange rind
1 1/2 cups confectionersThank's For Reading bread of the dead Easy Recipes