Swedish Tea Ring
2 Cakes compressed yeast 1/4 c Melted shortening 1 1/2 c Lukewarm water 6 tb Sugar 1 Egg, well beaten 5 To 5 1/4 cups flour 1 3/4 ts Salt 1/2 c Chopped nuts Soften yeast in water. ...
Ingredients
- 2cakes compressed yeast 1/4 c melted shortening
- 11/2 c lukewarm water 6 tb sugar
- 1egg, well beaten 5 to 5 1/4 cups flour
- 13/4 ts salt 1/2 c chopped nuts
Directions
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2 Cakes compressed yeast 1/4 c Melted shortening 1 1/2 c Lukewarm water 6 tb Sugar 1 Egg, well beaten 5 To 5 1/4 cups flour 1 3/4 ts Salt 1/
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Add sugar, salt, shortening, and egg
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Add flour slowly, beating thoroughly after each addition until dough is just stiff enough to knead
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Turn onto lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic
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This dough should be slightly softer than a bread dough.) Place in a bowl, cover with a warm, damp cloth, set in a warm place and allow to d
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Work down lightly
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Cover and allow to double in bulk the second time
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Turn onto lightly floured board and roll in sheet 1 1/2 inches thick