Slovenske Kolacky

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 cup of milk.
2. 2
   In mixing bowl, sift flour, salt and sugar.
3. 3
   Add eggs and yeast mixture and butter.
4. 4
   Knead well until dough is smooth.
5. 5
   Set aside 2 1/2 hours to rise.
6. 6
   Turn out on lightly floured board and let rest for 1/2 hour.
7. 7
   Divide dough into 4 equal parts.
8. 8
   Roll out 1/2-inch thick.
9. 9
   Cut into squares; fill with nut, poppy seed, prune or apricot filling.
10. 10
    Gather up two corners carefully, folding one over the other.
11. 11
    Pinch together.
12. 12
    Bake at 375° until brown.