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Ingredients
- 2 tsp active dry Yeast
- 1/4 C warm water
- 1 pinch of sugar
- 500 grams flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp oil plus some for oiling the bowl
- 150ml warm milk (1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp)
- 150ml plain yogurt (1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp)
- 1 large egg
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