Water Rising Twists

Directions

1. 1
   Combine shortening, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt, vanilla and milk.
2. 2
   Stir to melt shortening, then when lukewarm, crumble in yeast and stir until dissolved.
3. 3
   Add half the flour and beat until smooth.
4. 4
   Cover and let rest for about 15 minutes.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time.
6. 6
   Beat well after each addition.
7. 7
   Add remaining flour and mix thoroughly.
8. 8
   Place in a piece of cheesecloth.
9. 9
   Bring corners of cloth together and submerge ball of dough in bowl of ice water.
10. 10
    Let stand until dough rises to top of water.
11. 11
    Remove from water.
12. 12
    (Dough will be soft and moist.)
13. 13
    Combine nuts, sugar and cinnamon.
14. 14
    Divide dough into small pieces with a tablespoon. Roll each piece lightly in sugar, cinnamon and nut mixture and stretch to about an 8-inch length.
15. 15
    Twist to desired shape (crescent) and place on greased baking sheet.
16. 16
    Let stand 5 minutes.
17. 17
    Bake at 375° for 12 to 15 minutes.