Whisk ⅔ cup whole milk and 3 Tbsp. (23 g) all-purpose flour in a small saucepan to combine. Place over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened and pasty, 2–3 minutes.

A cup of milk and a cup of kefir are all it takes to create the most delicious homemade buns that can be made every day. This ...

Mix the flour and water for the cross into a smooth paste. Spoon the paste into a piping bag or plastic bag with the tip ...

Preparation. Step 1. Whisk yeast and ¼ cup warm water (110°-115°) in a small bowl; let stand 5 minutes until foamy. Step 2. Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium until just warm.

When the buns are done, set the pan on a wire rack and immediately brush with the glaze. Cool for 10 minutes. Using the parchment sling, lift the buns from the pan and set directly on the rack.

At a certain point during Carnival season, after the third or fourth or tenth king cake, you may be looking to break out of the traditional box. Enter Thao Smith and her baking business Nola Bun Mi.