Mix yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar and warm water and let rise.
Add evaporated milk, melted butter, 3/4 cup sugar, salt and flour to make dough. Let stand 10–15 minutes.
Turn onto a floured surface and knead vigorously by hand or with a dough hook until smooth and elastic. Slap dough on the counter several times to remove air bubbles.
Place in a greased bowl and allow to rise until doubled.
Roll into a rectangle. Spread liberally with butter and brown sugar. Sprinkle with raisins and plenty of cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Roll up and cut into 1 1/2-inch slices. Heat oven to 400°F, then reduce to 350°F and bake 15–20 minutes. Frost immediately when done.
Cream Cheese Frosting
Cream powdered sugar and melted butter with enough evaporated milk to make a stiff frosting.
Add cream cheese and mix on high for 1 minute.
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