If using a stand mixer, attach the dough hook and knead on low speed for 4 to 5 minutes, until the ingredients are completely incorporated and the dough is smooth.

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Knead the dried fruits into the dough with the dough hook on low speed or stir them in with a wooden spoon.

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Knead in a small amount of flour only if the dough seems excessively sticky.

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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly to make sure the fruits are evenly distributed.

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Turn the dough onto a flour-dusted surface and knead twelve times.

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When I removed the dough from the bowl, I found it stiff and nearly impossible to knead by hand, which is what the recipe called for next.

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