HOT CROSS BUNS 
2/3 c. milk
1 1/3 c. hot mashed potatoes
2/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar (can reduce to 1/2 c.)
2/3 c. water
2 pkg. yeast
4 eggs
Grated peel of 1 lemon
3/4 tsp. cinnamon
6 - 7 c. flour
1 3/4 tsp. salt

Mix all ingredients. Knead, cover and let rise. Shape into rolls. Can use cookie cutter to get uniform size. Cut cross NOW. Use sharp knife and cut deeply. Bake at 375 to 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

 

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