Steamed Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve the yeast in water with the sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Add flour to the liquid and knead into a soft dough for about 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Put in a large bowl, cover with a damp cloth and place in a warm place for about 1 hour to rise double its size.
4. 4
   Knead again and let rise to double its size once more.
5. 5
   Roll and stretch the dough into a rope about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
6. 6
   Cut into 1-inch sections and roll into ovals about 4 inches long.
7. 7
   Make them a bit thinner in the center, dust the whole side with a little flour and double over.
8. 8
   Put on squares of wax paper for 15-20 minutes or till they double in bulk.
9. 9
   Put in a steamer for 10 to 15 minutes to steam.
10. 10
    They should be light and spongy.