Kaisersemmeln Emperor Rolls

Adapted from breads of the world. posted for zwt6.

Dissolve yeast in water.

Add sugar , malt extract and 2 cups flour.

Blend well.

Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour , or until doubled in bulk.

Add milk , salt and remaining flour.

Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth.

Place in a large buttered bowl , turning to coat.

Cover with a towel and let rise for 1 hour , or until doubled in bulk.

Punch dough down.

Break off egg-sized pieces , and shape into buns.

Take each bun and pull corners of dough upwards , twisting to form a topknot.

Place on a greased baking sheet sprinkled with cornmeal.

Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled , about 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 450f.

Bake rolls until light brown , about 15-20 minutes.

Cool on a rack.

yeast, water, sugar, malt extract, flour, milk, salt, cornmeal