1 cake of yeast
1/4 c. warm water
1 c. scalded milk
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. sugar
6 tbsp. shortening
3 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 egg
Melted butter
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Soften yeast in water. Combine milk, sugar and shortening. When lukewarm add yeast and half of the flour. Let rise until very light, then add egg, salt and remaining flour. Let rise. Roll into rectangle, spread with melted butter and fill with desired filling. Let rise and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Frost while warm.