Basic Sweet Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the water, yeast, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Let stand for 2 minutes.
3. 3
   Add the dry milk, eggs, butter, salt, and 2 1/2 cups of the flour.
4. 4
   Mix until smooth, then beat for 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in enough of the remaining flour to make a soft dough.
6. 6
   Turn the dough out onto a well-floured surface (using some of the remaining flour) and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding only as much flour as needed to prevent the dough from sticking.
7. 7
   Place the dough in a greased bowl; turn once to bring the greased side up.
8. 8
   Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place until doubled in volume, about 2 1/2 hours.
9. 9
   Punch down the dough and turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
10. 10
    Use to make rolls, bread etc.