The butter should be soft. 1. Combine warm milk and yeast. Cover and place in a warm spot for 10–15 minutes to activate the yeast. 2. Sift the flour into a large bowl, add the salt, and mix. 3. Add the milk‑yeast mixture and 1 egg, then knead into an elastic dough. 4. Add the 70 g of softened butter in small pieces. Knead until all the butter is absorbed and the dough becomes smooth, elastic, and not sticky. 5. Lightly oil a bowl. Shape the dough into a ball, place it into the greased bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. 6. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size. 7. Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each into a ball. The dough is very elastic and usually doesn’t require flouring the surface. If it sticks, lightly oil your work surface. 8. Place the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment. 9. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 20–30 minutes. 10. Preheat the oven to 370°F (about 187.8°C.). 11. Beat 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water and brush the tops of the buns. 12. Bake for 15 minutes, until golden. 13. Brush the hot buns with softened butter (this keeps them soft longer). 14. Cover with a towel and let cool for 15–20 minutes. SANDWICH IDEAS: - Chicken Salad Sandwich: shredded chicken, mayo, celery, herbs, and a squeeze of lemon. - Egg Salad with Herbs: creamy eggs, dill, chives, and a touch of mustard. - Turkey, Avocado & Cucumber: thin turkey slices, mashed avocado, crisp cucumbers, and greens. - Caprese Sandwich: fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze. - Hummus & Veggie: hummus, roasted peppers, cucumbers, spinach. - Mini Sliders: beef or turkey patties with cheese and caramelized onions. - Pulled Chicken or Pulled Pork: slow‑cooked meat with a tangy sauce. - Grilled Mushroom & Swiss: sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and garlic butter. - Egg, Cheese & Bacon: soft scrambled eggs or a fried egg with crispy bacon. - Avocado & Poached Egg: creamy avocado, soft egg, and chili flakes. - Sausage, Egg & Cheddar. - Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese: dill, capers, and thin red onion. - Chicken Pesto Sandwich: grilled chicken, pesto, mozzarella, and tomatoes. - Roast Beef & Horseradish: thin beef slices, arugula, and creamy horseradish sauce.

   1. DOUGH. The butter should be soft, so take it out of the refrigerator ahead of time. 2. In a large bowl, combine kefir, egg, salt, and sugar. Mix well. 3. Add 2 cups of flour and the baking powder. Stir until combined. 4. Add another ½ cup of flour and start kneading the dough. Add the remaining flour gradually while kneading. 5. Add pieces of the soft butter and knead until the dough is smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. 6. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest. 7. FILLING. Finely chop the herbs (fresh parsley, cilantro, and basil work especially well). 8. Peel and finely chop the onion. 9. In a bowl, combine the ground meat, chopped herbs, onion, salt, freshly ground black pepper, coriander, and sweet paprika. Mix well. 10. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 2 mm (⅛ inch) thick. Cut out circles 3–3½ inches in diameter. Place a spoonful of filling on each circle. Fold in half with the filling inside and pinch the edges, leaving a small opening at each end. 11. Gently flatten the pie with your hand to remove excess air, then seal the remaining openings. Place the pies on a floured plate. (You can shape all the pies in advance, cover them with plastic wrap, and keep them in the refrigerator until ready to fry.) 12. Heat oil in a deep skillet. The oil is hot enough when bubbles form around a wooden spoon placed in it. Fry the pies over medium heat until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to paper towels to absorb excess oil. 13. Preheat the oven to 410°F (210°C). 14. Place the fried pies in an oven-safe dish, cover with a lid or foil, and bake for 15 minutes to let them finish cooking and become tender. SERVING IDEAS: - With sour cream on the side for dipping. - Serve with a simple cucumber-tomato salad or shredded cabbage with a little oil and salt. - With pickles or sauerkraut — the acidity balances the rich fried dough. - Arrange on a large plate and serve with black tea with lemon.