Sugarplum Bread Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup candied mixed fruit
• 1 cup raisins
• 3/4 cup pine nuts
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons water
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup cherries