Easter paska is a traditional Ukrainian festive bread prepared for Easter.
Paska symbolizes the Resurrection of Christ and new life.
Traditionally, paska is made from a special dough.
There are many regional variations of paska in Ukraine, which differ in shape, size, and ingredients.

Paska is traditionally served on the table on the festive day, usually with butter or paska glaze.
In Ukraine, paska with fillings such as raisins, poppy seeds, or nuts is also prepared.

Paska is an important component of Ukrainian culture and traditions.
It is prepared not only at home, but also in churches and monasteries,
where paska is an integral part of the festive ritual.

INGREDIENTS for the DOUGH

* Flour: 13 cups
* Fresh live yeast: 2.5 oz
* Warm milk: 2 cups
* Heavy cream butter: 1 cup
* Eggs: 5
* Egg yolks (for brushing): 2
* Raisins (part of the raisins can be replaced with candied fruit, nuts, cranberries, prunes, or other fillings to taste): ½ cup
* Salt: ½ tsp
* Sugar: 2.5 cups
* Vanilla sugar: ½ tsp
* Rum, or cognac, or liqueur: 1 tbsp

Bake at 350°F.

INGREDIENTS for the GLAZE

* Powdered sugar: 4.5 oz
* Egg white: 1
* Lemon juice: 1 tsp

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