1/2 c. warm water
2 pkgs. dry or compressed yeast
1 1/2 c. lukewarm milk
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. salt
2 beaten eggs
1/2 c. soft shortening
5 to 7 c. sifted flour

Measure water and yeast into large bowl. Stir in other ingredients, except flour. Add the flour, a little at first, beating until a smoother batter is formed. Add remaining flour. Knead well. Tear off pieces and form into balls the size of walnuts.

Melt 3/4 cup butter and roll each ball until coated. Then roll in a mixture of 3/4 cup white sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts.

Place a layer of balls in greased tube pan until they barely touch one another. Then arrange a nest of balls on top of these. Let rise until double. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 40 to 45 minutes. Loosen from pan. Invert pan so butter and sugar run over bread.