Cherry Nut Bread

FOR THE BREAD:
2 1/2 cups white bread flour
1 cup sour cream
6 tbsp water (1/4 cup plus 2 tsp)*
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp yeast
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup nuts (chopped walnuts)
1/2 cup cherries (pitted and diced)**
FOR THE GLAZE:
1 tbsp water
1 tsp poppy seeds
salt (dash)
1/4 tsp cornstarch

Place all ingredients for the bread, except cherries and nuts, in the bread machine in order for your model. Use "Raisin bread" setting and add cherries and nuts at the beep.

TO MAKE THE GLAZE:
Mix water, cornstarch and salt. Near the end of the rising, brush crown with mixture and sprinkle with seeds. Adding the glaze is optional.

*Adjust amount of water for a smooth "tacky" feeling dough ball. Alternately, use part cherry juice and part water.

**Use fresh or canned cherries. Alternately, use Maraschino cherries. Amount of cherries and/or nuts can be varied to suit.