If you are having a nice lazy day but want to warm up the house with a little oven action, this is a nice recipe. It does take a little bit of time, but it is not hands on time. There is a lot of waiting around. I think you could probably even make the sponge and refrigerate it overnight. Dolce Milanese (Milan Sweet Bread - Adapted from The Italian Baker ) Filling: 3 c raisins 4 c water Sponge: 1 1/2 c water from the raisin soak 3 3/4 t yeast 2 1/2 sugar 1 c bread flour Dough 3T dark spiced rum (Captain Morgan) 1T orange zest 2 1/2 c bread flour 1 c butter (2 sticks) 3-4 T flour 1 egg Soak raisins in water for 1-2 hours until plumped up. Reserve 1 1/2 c water while draining the raisins. Set aside raisins. Make the sponge: Slightly warm water. Place water, yeast, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy. Stir in flour until smooth. Cover and let sit until doubled - about 45 minutes to an hour. Make the dough: Add rum, orange zest, and...