Golden Knots

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in 1/2 cup warm water.
2. 2
   In a saucepan, heat the milk, butter and remaining water to 110°-115°.
3. 3
   Add to yeast mixture.
4. 4
   Add eggs, salt, 5 cups flour and the remaining sugar; beat until smooth.
5. 5
   Add enough of the remaining flour to form a soft dough.
6. 6
   Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
8. 8
   Punch dough down.
9. 9
   Divide into thirds; roll each portion into a 14 inch roll. Divide each roll into 14 pieces.
10. 10
    Roll pieces into 9 inch ropes and tie into knots. place the rolls 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
13. 13
    Brush with melted butter.
14. 14
    Yield:
15. 15
    3 1/2 dozen.