2 c. lukewarm milk
3/4 c. shortening (Crisco)
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg, beaten
1 pkg. dry yeast
8-10 cardamom seeds, ground fresh
5-6 c. flour

Warm milk to lukewarm. Add other ingredients to milk. Add yeast to 5 cups of flour. Add to other mixture. Mix thoroughly adding more flour as needed. Cover and let rise until double in bulk.

Then turn onto a board and knead very little. Shape into twists or rolls - let rise again. Bake at 375 degrees (depending on size) for 15-45 minutes. Frost, if desired, with almond flavoring, confectioners' sugar and water mixed together or sprinkle with regular sugar before baking.