Mix all ingredients. Add 4 - 5 cups of flour gradually.

Should be sticky dough. Roll into ring + save small amount for crisscross.

Make pockets in ring; add egg and crisscross over top.

Place on ungreased cookie sheet + bake at 350 for approx 40 min.

Toothpick should come out clean.

Use instant vanilla icing with colored jimmies.