Basic burger buns recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Sift the flour, salt and sugar into a large bowl.
2. 2
   Add the butter (and cheese, if using) and blend well together.
3. 3
   Place the yeast in a small bowl, add 365ml of water and leave the liquid to become bubbly, which takes about 1015 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the yeast liquid to the flour and beat well for 78 minutes to amalgamate the dough.
5. 5
   Cover the dough with a warm damp tea towel (dish towel) and place in a warm area for 1 hour to prove.
6. 6
   Lightly grease a large baking tray.
7. 7
   Divide the dough into 8 large balls or buns.
8. 8
   Arrange the buns spaced well apart to allow for expansion as they cook; if using, sprinkle the sesame seeds over the surface of the buns.
9. 9
   Cover again with the damp tea towel (dish towel), allow to prove again for 45 minutes.
10. 10
    Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 220 degrees C/425F/gas mark 7.
11. 11
    Brush the top of each bun with the egg and milk glaze and place in the oven for 3035 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove the buns from the oven and leave to rest for 20 minutes before using.