Poppy Seed Twists

I believe this recipe came from a very, very old 5-Roses Cookbook, but I can't be sure. They are very nice and don't usually last long. It would be a great recipe to have the little ones help out with.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Yields: 32 twists

Ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
• 8  teaspoons baking powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup butter or 1⁄2 cup margarine
• 1 1⁄4 cups milk

• Glaze

• 1  egg yolk, slightly beaten
• 1  tablespoon milk
•  poppy seed

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Stir flour, baking powder and salt together.
3. Cut in butter or margarine until mixture is crumbly.
4. Add milk gradually, tossing with a fork, until mixture holds together and comes away from the side of the bowl.
5. Turn out on a lightly floured board and knead for a few minutes (10-12 times).
6. Break dough into 32 equal pieces and roll each piece into a round pencil-like strip about 6" long.
7. Tie each strip in a loose knot and place on a greased baking sheet.
8. Mix slightly beaten egg yolk and milk together.
9. Brush the tops of the knots with the egg-milk mixture and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
10. Bake about 15 minutes or until lightly browned.