Cover cherries with cool water and drain. Set aside. Place flour in the bowl of an electric mixer with a dough hook attachment. Stir in the yeast. Add milk, eggs, yolks, sugar, salt, oil and butter.

Spiced Pumpkin Toffee Bread, a recipe from Portland baker Kir Jensen. (Oregonian file photo) We're closing in on Christmas, and this weekend is going to be primetime for parties. Instead of taking yet ...