Spiral Challah w/Anise and Raisins

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 package (2-1/4 tsp.) active dry yeast
• Approximately 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons anise seeds, crushed
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup liquid honey
• 2 egg yolks
• 3/4 cup golden raisins