Great Pastries Recipe

Preparation Directions

1. 1

   Activate Yeast

   In a small bowl, combine warm milk, water, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   Mix Wet Ingredients

   In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.

3. 3

   Combine Mixtures

   Add the frothy yeast mixture to the butter mixture. Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Add Dry Ingredients

   Gradually add flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until a dough forms.

5. 5

   Knead Dough

   Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

6. 6

   First Rise

   Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

7. 7

   Shape Pastries

   After the first rise, punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes.

8. 8

   Second Rise

   Place shaped pastries on a baking sheet, cover, and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Bake

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake pastries for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

10. 10

    Glaze Pastries

    Once cooled, glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar and a little water or milk until desired consistency is reached.