1
Mix together flour, salt and sugar
Add yeast and mix
Rub margarine into the flour mixture with your fingertips
2
Add just enough lukewarm water (about 315 ml) to form a soft dough
3
Knead dough for about five minutes, until smooth and elastic
Choose one of the variations, using this basic dough
ROOSTERKOEK WITH FILLING 1
Mix together two chopped onions and 200 g grated cheese
2
Roll out dough into a rectangle
Sprinkle onion and cheese over half of the dough
3
Fold over the other half and cut into 10 x 10 cm squares
Press sides firmly to seal edges and brush surface with beaten egg
4
Allow to rise for about 15 minutes, until doubled in size
Place on a braai grid and braai over medium coals until baked, turning frequently, or bake at 200 ?C for 15 minutes
POT BREAD 1
Increase margarine quantity to 30 g and add 10 ml extra lukewarm water
2
Place dough on a lightly floured surface, cover with greased plastic wrap and leave to rest for five minutes
Shape into a round bread
3
Place in greased pot and allow to rise until doubled in size (30 to 45 minutes)
4
Brush with lightly beaten egg and bake at 200 ?C for 40 to 50 minutes