I also made this without reading all the reviews first, and next time will try the sponge method. I did add a bit of spice as it seemed to me the recipe would be a bit bland. I let it rise both times for 60 minutes. The internal temperature was reached at just under 30 minutes - that may be the result of faster cooking times where I live, at 4200 feet up. Serving it tonight to a Polish couple in their 80s; the real test! Marshall, sure hope it passes the test! Enjoy - PJH

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