Thomas' English Muffin Clone

Directions

Sift the flour and salt into a bowl and leave in a warm place.

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Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm (105 F) milk (Microwaved). Let froth, then mix in the butter.

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Stir all the liquid into the warm flour and beat well until smooth and elastic.

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Cover and proof in a warm place for 50 minutes or until doubled in bulk.

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Turn onto a well-floured board and knead, working a little more flour if necessary to make the dough easier to shape.

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Round up the dough, roll into a thick sausage shape and (using the sharpest knife you have) slice into 8 to 10 portions, each about 1 1/2 ~ 1 3/4 inch thick.

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Shape each one into a round with straight sides. Put onto a greased baking sheet.

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Cover (use greased plastic wrap) and put in a warm place to proof for 30-40 minutes or until springy to the touch. Leave room for expansion and be careful not to over-proof.

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Warm and grease the bakestone lightly.

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Lift the muffins carefully onto the bakestone and cook over very moderate heat for 8-10 minutes until pale gold underneath.

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Turn and cook the other side.

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Wrap in a cloth and keep warm if cooking in batches.

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To serve, insert a knife in the side, pull the top and bottom slightly apart, and insert slivers of butter.

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