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In small skillet heat oil and butter over low heat.
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Add garlic.
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Cook, stir occasionally until golden.
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About 5 min.
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Stir in basil and red pepper flakes.
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Remove from heat and cool completely.
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In med bowl dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water.
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Let stand until foamy 5-10 min.
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Stir garlic mixture and salt into yeast mixture.
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At low speed beat in flour a half cup at a time until soft dough forms.
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On floured surface knead dough until smooth and elastic 5-10 min.
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Adding more flour to prevent sticking.
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Place dough in large greased bowl turning to coat.
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Cover loosely with a damp cloth.
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Let rise in a warm place until doubled in size about an hour.
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Grease 2 baking sheets.
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punch down dough.
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On floured surface divide dough in half.
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Roll each dough half in to a long rope.
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Cut each rope into 9 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece into a 9 inch rope.
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Tie each rope into a loose knot.
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Place rolls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
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Cover again and let rise in a warm place until doubled.
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1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Mix together egg and milk and brush rolls.
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Bake until golden brown about 20 min.
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Transfer to cooling rack.
