Ingredients: 2 packages of dry yeast (4 tsp) 2 cups milk 1 1/2 sticks of butter or margarine 1/2 cup sugar 1 tsp salt 1 egg 4-5 cups of flour 1-2 grams saffron raisins (decorations) Directions:The ingredients are the same as for cinnamon rolls, follow the same directions. Add the saffron to the liquid and mix. Add the egg as the dough is kneaded. Take a piece of dough, roll it out into a long string, thick as your finger and about 4-5 in (10-12 cm) long. Roll up both ends in opposite circles until they meet about midway. Place a raisin into the center of each circle. This is called a "lussekatt". Let the "lussekatt"'s rise about 30-40 min in a nondrafty environment. Baste with whipped egg and bake in 420-440 F, or until golden. Serve with homemade gingerbread cookies and coffee or milk. |