One Rise Monkey Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Using solid shortening or margarine, grease a 12-cup fluted tube pan.
2. 2
   Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon dill.
3. 3
   Lightly spoon flour into a measuring cup and level off.
4. 4
   In a large bowl, blend 1 1/2 cups flour and the next 6 ingredients.
5. 5
   Beat 3 minutes at medium speed.
6. 6
   By hand, stir in the remaining 1 1/2 to 2 cups flour.
7. 7
   On a floured surface, knead dough until smooth, about 1 minute.
8. 8
   Press or roll to a 15 x 12-inch rectangle.
9. 9
   Using a pastry wheel or sharp knife, cut dough into diamond shape pieces by cutting 1 1/2 to 2-inch strips.
10. 10
    Dip each piece in melted butter and layer in prepared pan.
11. 11
    Sprinkle each layer with 1/2 teaspoon dill weed. Cover and let rise in a warm place until light and doubled in size (45 to 60 minutes).
12. 12
    Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes until deep golden brown.
13. 13
    Cool 2 minutes before turning out.