Naan Bread

Ingredients

1 package active yeast (2.5 Tablespoons)
1 cup warm water
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablesppons milk
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons salt
4 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoon minced garlic (optional)
1/4 cup melted ghee or butter

Directions

In large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water (105 to 110 degrees). Let stand for 10 minutes until frothy. Stir in sugar, milk, egg, salt, and enough flour to make a soft dough. Knead for 6-8 minutes on floured surface or until smooth. Place dough in oiled bowl, cover, and set aside to rise. Let rise for 1 hour until dough has doubled.

Punch dough down and knead in garlic. Pinch off small handfuls of dough about the size of a golf ball. Roll into balls and place on tray. Cover with towel and allow to rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.

Heat large fry pan or griddle to high heat. Lightly oil griddle or pan. Roll (or by hand) balls into flat circle, one at a time. Place in pan or griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes or until puffy and lightly browned. Brush uncooked side with ghee or butter and turn over. Brush cooked side with ghee or butter and cook until browned, another 2-4 minutes. Continue until all naan has been cooked. Keep naan in a dish covered with foil to keep warm, as you cook remaining balls.

Serve with currries, or whatever. Yum!