Scald Milk. Add Shortening, Salt, And Sugar; Stir Until Melted. Cool To Lukewarm. Add Yeast To Water; Stir Until Dissolved. Add To Lukewarm Milk Mixture; Mix Well. Beat Eggs; Add With Lemon Peel To Milk Mixture. Add Flour; Beat Until Smooth. Cover; Let Rise About 6 Hours. Punch Down. Add Raisins; Beat Until Smooth And Elastic. Generously Grease Brioche Pan; Sprinkle Bottom With Almonds. Pour Dough Into Pan. Let Rise, Uncovered, About 20 Minutes. Bake In 425F Oven 20 Minutes. Unmold Immediately.