Monkey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Mix shortening, sugar, 1/2 cup hot water, salt and yeast cake. (If you use dry yeast mix with 1/4 cup cold water and add the other 1/4 cup water later instead of 1/2 cup cold water.)
2. 2
   Beat egg and add 1/2 of the flour and cold water.
3. 3
   Beat thoroughly and add the rest of the flour.
4. 4
   Mix and put in a tight container overnight in the refrigerator.
5. 5
   Roll out on floured surface.
6. 6
   Cut in 1 1/2-inch strips, then in 1 1/2-inch squares.
7. 7
   Melt real butter.
8. 8
   Dip each dough square in butter and lay in tube (angel food) pan.
9. 9
   Fit the pieces together.
10. 10
    Make two layers.
11. 11
    Let rise 2 hours before baking. Bake at 400° for 15 to 20 minutes.