powdered sugar 3 tablespoons milk Candied cherries (optional) Toasted slivered almonds (optional) Dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes. Combine boiling water, potato flakes, and salt in a large mixing bowl; beat well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add 1/2 cup sugar, dry milk powder, and 1/2 cup butter; beat well. Add eggs and yeast mixture, beating well. Gradually beat in 3 cups flour; add remaining flour,