Flower Pot Walnut Bread

Instructions

1. 1

   * Purchase only clay pots made in the United States.

2. 2

   Those manufactured outside the United States mix lead with the clay.

3. 3

   Pour water into a bowl and add yeast and a pinch of sugar.

4. 4

   Let stand for a few minutes.

5. 5

   Add remaining sugar, salt, butter and flour as needed.

6. 6

   Knead well.

7. 7

   Put into an oiled bowl, cover and let rise for about 2 hours.

8. 8

   Knead the dough again, adding walnuts.

9. 9

   Grease the flower pots.

10. 10

    Divide dough into 4 equal parts, roll each into a ball and place them in flower pots.

11. 11

    Let rise for about 30 minutes.

12. 12

    Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

13. 13

    Make a cut across the surface of the dough.

14. 14

    Whisk the egg lightly and brush the dough.

15. 15

    Bake for about 40 minutes.