Twists
Description
Baking is made simply and quickly. The “vertuns” recipe is very simple. Even a beginner housewife can handle it. Follow the step‑by‑step recommendations for the recipe and cook with pleasure.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Place cottage cheese, granulated sugar (60 g), egg, baking powder, vanilla, and a pinch of salt into a bowl.
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Step 3
Add the vegetable oil.
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Step 4
Sift the flour and knead the dough.
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Step 5
Roll the dough into a ball and place it in a bag for 30–40 minutes.
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Step 6
Pour the milk into the pot, add granulated sugar.
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Step 7
Add a pinch of lemon zest.
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Step 8
Add the poppy seeds and cook for 5 minutes from the moment it begins to boil.
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Step 9
After the filling has thickened, add honey and cool to room temperature.
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Step 10
To roll the dough into a rectangular sheet, make a cross-shaped cut on the dough ball.
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Step 11
Fold the corners of the dough to the sides.
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Step 12
Roll out the dough into a rectangular sheet, and mark a line in the center for placing the filling.
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Step 13
Place the poppy seed filling in the center.
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Step 14
Fold the edges of the dough toward the center; you can lightly roll it with a rolling pin.
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Step 15
Cut strips of dough 1.5–2 cm wide.
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Step 16
Place the strips on a baking sheet, twisting them along the axis.
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Step 17
For glazing the twists before baking, whisk one yolk with a tablespoon of milk.
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Step 18
Brush the “vertunas” with egg yolk, bake in a preheated oven at 180‑200 °C for about 15‑20 minutes, watching for doneness.
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Step 19
Transfer the “vertunas” to a plate and let them cool slightly.
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Step 20
Invite your family to enjoy tea or coffee with the delicious poppy “vertunas.”