California Monkey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Crumble yeast into a bowl and add milk or sprinkle dry yeast over milk.
2. 2
   Let stand until yeast is dissolved.
3. 3
   Meanwhile, beat dissolved yeast.
4. 4
   Add flour gradually and beat at least 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Cover bowl with damp cloth and let stand in warm place until doubled (2 hours).
6. 6
   Turn onto a floured board and knead for a minute.
7. 7
   Roll or pat out 1/4-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut into diamond shapes.
9. 9
   Dip each piece in melted butter and place in layers in buttered 8 cup ring mold or buttered casserole.
10. 10
    Let rise until double (1 hour).
11. 11
    Bake at 400° until brown and then reduce heat to 350° and bake 40 to 50 minutes.
12. 12
    If top too brown, put sheet of foil on top.
13. 13
    Turn on platter.
14. 14
    Serve hot.