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Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
1 package dry yeast |
1 cup sugar, divided |
1/4 cup warm water (105° to 115°) |
1 egg, beaten |
1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened |
1/4 cup cooked, mashed potatoes |
1 teaspoon salt |
2 cups warm water (105° to 115°) |
7 to 8 cups sifted all-purpose flour |
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted |
Directions:
1. Combine yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, and 1/4 cup warm water; stir well, and let stand 5 minutes or until bubbly.
2. Combine egg, remaining sugar, softened butter, potatoes, and salt in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of electric mixer 5 minutes or until smooth. Stir in yeast mixture. Add 2 cups warm water alternately with enough flour to make a soft dough, beginning and ending with flour.
3. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead 10 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
4. Punch dough down; shape dough into 3 1/2-inch balls, and place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Cover and repeat rising procedure 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
5. Using a sharp knife, cut a shallow M on the top of each bun. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Brush tops with melted butter.
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