Sweet Dough

1. 1

   Scald milk and stir in sugar, salt and shortening.

2. 2

   Cool to lukewarm.

3. 3

   Dissolve yeast in very warm water.

4. 4

   Stir until dissolved, then stir into the lukewarm milk mixture.

5. 5

   Add beaten eggs and 3 cups flour.

6. 6

   Beat until smooth and stir in an additional 2 cups flour.

7. 7

   Turn dough out onto lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic.

8. 8

   Place in a greased bowl and brush top with soft shortening.

9. 9

   Cover and let rise in a warm place, free from draft, until double in bulk (about 1 hour).

10. 10

    Punch down and turn out onto lightly floured board.

11. 11

    Use as desired to make any of the following sweet breads.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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