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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
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Let beer stand until flat, about 20-30 minutes.
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Coat baking sheet with cooking spray.
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In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in raisins.
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Stir in beer, butter, and one egg until a dough forms.
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On a floured surface, knead dough until smooth. Shape into round loaf.
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With kitchen scissors or serrated knife, cut 1/2" deep X into top of bread.
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Lightly beat remaining egg and brush over dough.
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Bake 55 minutes or until loaf sounds hollow when tapped on bottom.
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Remove from pan and cool on rack.
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Eat warm for best taste!