Big Batch Bismarks Recipes

BIG-BATCH BISMARKS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 4 teaspoons sugar in warm water. Add the milk, eggs, oil, salt, remaining sugar and 8 cups flour until blended. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Divide dough in half. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in two greased bowls, turning once to a grease tops. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch the dough down. Turn on a floured surface; roll out to 1/2-in. thickness. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry bismarks, a few at a time, for 1 minute on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Cool for 2-3 minutes. Cut a small slit with a sharp knife in one side of each bismark; fill with about 1 teaspoon jelly. Decorate with frosting and sprinkles if desired.

BIG-BATCH BISCUITS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 450°F. In 6 1/2- to 7-quart bowl, stir all ingredients until soft dough forms.
• Dust work surface with Bisquick mix. Place dough on surface; knead 10 times. Roll dough 1/2 inch thick. Cut with 2 1/2-inch round cutter. Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
• Bake 11 to 14 minutes or until golden brown.