lithuanian bacon buns -- brandeles su lasinials

Spokane, WA
Updated on Oct 9, 2011

This recipe in the early 80's,was given to me from Olga. My Lithuanian friend. A wonderful cook,and a great neighbor. She made these quite often, and would always bring over a few buns to share with me ! I sure do miss her cooking,!! 10/9/2011

prep time 55 Min
cook time 25 Min
method ---
yield 24 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 - eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 ounce cake, compressed yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup salad oil or shortening
  • 1 pound bacon, cut up small, lightly fried and drained.
  • 1/4 pound ham, cut up fine or ground
  • 1/2 - a small onion, cut up very fine
  • 1 - egg
  • dash of pepper

How To Make lithuanian bacon buns -- brandeles su lasinials

  • Step 1
    Filling: Mix well together the last5 ingredients. Set aside' Soften yeast and a small amount of flour and water. Let rise a little. Add milk, beaten eggs, shortening,salt and sugar. Gradually stir in flour to form a soft dough. Beat vigorously, cover and let rise in a warm place till double in size. Knead for 2 minutes. Let rise a second time. Roll out 1/4 inch thick. Use a glass to cut and shape buns to size.
  • Step 2
    Put i Tablespoon of filling in each circle and seal edges with a little water . Let rise again for 15 minutes on a greased pan. Brush tops with beaten raw egg and bake in a375 oven for 25 minutes.. Makes 2 dozen.

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