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To begin, gather your wet ingredients. This includes warm milk (ensure it is warm to the touch but not hot), an egg, and a bit of sugar. In a mixing bowl, crack the egg and add it to the warm milk along with the sugar. Give it a gentle stir to mix everything together. Then, add active dry yeast and stir again. Cover the mixture and let it sit for about 5 to 10 minutes until it becomes bubbly and foamy, indicating that the yeast is activated and ready for baking.
Mixing the Dry Ingredients
While the yeast is activating, turn your attention to the dry ingredients. In another clean mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt to taste, and a touch of grated nutmeg for added warmth and flavor. Mix these ingredients briefly, and then pour in the previously prepared wet mixture.