Bridal Shower Food : Leek and Bacon Knots Muffins
Ingredients
- 1 leek, finely chopped
- 1/4 C. butter
- 6 oz. bacon chopped
- 2 C. bread flour
- 2 C. whole wheat flour
- 1 t. salt
- 1 t. sugar
- 1 package dry yeast
- 3 T. warm water
- 2/3 C. warm milk
- 3/4 C. warm water
- 1 egg for glaze
- sesame seeds
Procedure
Melt 1/2 of butter in a skillet. Cook leeks until softened over low heat.
Remove leek from pan and cool. Cook chopped bacon until almost crisp.
Add yeast, sugar and 3 T. water to a small bowl to proof yeast. Into another
bowl, add flours, salt, and remaining butter. Stir in leek and bacon. Make a
well in the center and add yeast, milk and water. Stir together until a soft
dough is formed. Place on a floured board and knead for 10 minutes. Place dough
in an oiled bowl, cover and let raise until doubled.
Grease 2 baking sheets. Turn dough onto a floured surface. Knead dough again
for about 2 minutes. Cut into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into a roll about 12
inches long. Tie a knot and place on baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and
let rise again until doubled.
Preheat oven to 425°F. Brush rolls with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Bake 15 minutes or until golden. Cool on a rack.
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