1 c. flour
1 tsp. powdered alum
1/2 c. salt
Food coloring
1 c. water
2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. oil

Mix all dry ingredients together in large pan. Add oil and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it looks like mashed potatoes. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Knead in food coloring. Store in airtight containers or plastic bags. Stays very soft. The best play dough ever!