SUMMER IS HERE

With warmer weather our thoughts turn to grilling, fireworks, hot dogs and beer.

At a recent lobster bake I decided to make hot dog rolls from scratch.

I wanted a simple recipe that could be made in a flash. Just flour, yeast, salt and little sugar and some olive oil was all.

I made two dozen rustic rolls and it was a big hit at the bake.

Here it is:

10 cups all-purpose flour
3 packages dry yeast
2 Tablespoons salt
4 Tablespoons sugar
4 Tablespoons olive oil
4 cups hot water (120-130 degrees f)

Place half the flour in a mixing bowl, along with salt and yeast, mix it up. Add hot water and beat till smooth. Add remaining flour, mix and then knead for about 5 minutes.

Place in oiled bowl, let rise till doubled in bulk. Punch down, shape into 5 inch tubes about 1 inch in diameter, place side by each in a baking pan. Let rise till double again.

Bake in a 400 degree oven till done.