Pull-Apart (Monkey) Bread

Name: Pull-Apart (Monkey) Bread
Ingredients: 2 cups milk; 1/3 cup sugar; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/4 cup warm water; 1 pkg active dry yeast; 5 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 2 tsp. salt; 1/2 cup butter, melted

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Ingredients

2 cups milk
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup warm water
1 pkg active dry yeast
5 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup butter, melted

Directions

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["Dissolve yeast in warm (not hot) water with a pinch of sugar and allow to sit for 5 minutes.", "Scald milk: Bring nearly to a boil, heating only until tiny bubbles begin to form around the edges of pan, around 190\u00b0F. Remove from heat. Stir in shortening and sugar until dissolved. Allow to cool to lukewarm (85\u00b0F).", "", "Stir in yeast mixture and 3 cups flour. Beat until smooth.", "", "Transfer dough to a bowl brushed with oil, turning once to coat dough with oil. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 2 or 3 hours.", "", "Add remaining ingredients except for the butter. Knead 4-5 minutes. Allow the dough to rise for another hour.", "", "Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.", "", "Melt 1/2 cup butter and allow to cool slightly. 1 tablespoon sugar may optionally be added to the butter for a little extra sweetness, if desired.", "", "Dust a work surface well with flour. Turn dough out and roll into 1 1/2\" to 2\"" diameter balls. Dip the dough balls into the slightly cooled