Hot Cross Buns

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water.
2. 2
   Add milk, sugar, butter, vanilla, salt, nutmeg and 3 cups of flour; beat until smooth.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
4. 4
   Stir in the currants, raisins and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
5. 5
   Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes.
6. 6
   Place in a greased bowl; turn once to grease top.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
8. 8
   Punch dough down; shape into 30 balls.
9. 9
   Place on greased baking sheets.
10. 10
    Cut a cross on top of each roll with a sharp knife.
11. 11
    Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
12. 12
    Beat water and egg yolk; brush over rolls.
13. 13
    Bake at 375 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
14. 14
    Cool on wire racks.
15. 15
    For icing, combine sugar, milk and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over rolls.