Sugared Twists

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar and salt. Cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the eggs, sour cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Stir into flour mixture; beat until smooth. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

3. 3

   Punch dough down; divide in half. Combine remaining sugar and vanilla; sprinkle some over work surface. Roll each portion of dough into a 15x5-in. rectangle. Fold in thirds; sprinkle with additional sugar mixture. Repeat rolling and folding twice.

4. 4

   Cut into 5x1-in. strips. Sprinkle with nonpareils; press down lightly. Twist and place on greased

5. 5

   . Bake at 350u00b0 for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

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