Norwegian Kringla

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar together with mixer.
2. 2
   Mix in remaining ingredients.
3. 3
   May have to mix by hand by the time the last cup of flour is added.
4. 4
   When mixed well, chill dough overnight in the refrigerator.
5. 5
   When baking, take a 1/2 to 3/4 tablespoon of dough and touch lightly into some flour.
6. 6
   Roll out (with hands) to a length of 8 to 10 inches on a clean, lightly floured area of countertop or table.
7. 7
   Take string and form a pretzel shape (or an 8) on an ungreased cookie sheet.
8. 8
   Bake at 450° for about 5 minutes. Can put them in the broiler for a few seconds to brown them a little.