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Cinnamon Star Bread

I was very perplexed by this recipe. I could not figure out by the directions how it got into this shape. I understood the twisting part but then was at a loss. The website didn't have a video or pictures - was I just being dense? Well once I cut the dough into the 16 pieces and twisted - DUH - it was a little clearer. I decided to include pictures for those of you that need a visual. Cinnamon Star Bread ( Adapted from King Arthur Flour ) 3/4 c warm milk (100-110 degrees) 2T sugar 2 t yeast 4T butter 2 c flour 1 t salt 1/3 c instant mashed potato flakes* 1 t vanilla Filling 1 lg egg, beaten 1/3 c sugar 2T cinnamon Combine milk, sugar, and yeast in a small measuring cup. Mix well and set aside. Place butter, flour, salt, instant mashed potatoes and vanilla in a large bowl. After yeast is bubbly add to dry ingredients. Mix with dough hook until dough is smooth and soft. (Or mix by hand and then knead by hand until smooth and soft). Place in a greased bowl and let...