Danish Pastry

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in the warm milk.
2. 2
   Separate egg yolks and save the egg whites in a separate bowl.
3. 3
   Beat the yolks slightly and add to the milk mixture.
4. 4
   Mix dry ingredients and cut in the butter with a pastry blender.
5. 5
   Add milk mixture and combine well. Chill the dough.
6. 6
   Beat egg whites and add 3/4 cup sugar slowly as the whites are beaten.
7. 7
   Divide chilled dough into 4 pieces.
8. 8
   Roll dough thin on a floured board.
9. 9
   Spread with the egg white mixture. Sprinkle with chopped nuts and sliced maraschino cherries.
10. 10
    Roll like for a jelly roll.
11. 11
    Place on a greased cookie sheet.
12. 12
    Let rise for about 30 minutes in a warm place.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for 20 to 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Drizzle a thin sugar frosting if desired.