Kolachki

This recipe is from Aunt Marie, and would likely turn out similar to Gramma Hinko's.

Kolachki
(Dough must chill overnight)

1 package dry yeast
1/4 cup water
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 pound lard
6 cups flour
4 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Prepared (canned) Solo fillings (Note: Yes! The company is still in business. If you can't find the product at your grocery, you can order it online from the company.)

Prepare 1 package dry yeast in 1/4 cup lukewarm water and let stand while preparing rest of recipe. Beat eggs slightly and add 1/2 cup milk. Measure 6 cups flour into large mixing bowl. Add 4 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Work into this (as for pie dough) 1 pound lard until pea sized. Add egg and milk mixture, then yeast mixture mixing well until dough leaves sides of bowl. Store overnight in refrigerator.

When ready to use, break off small portions of dough and roll out on slightly floured board to about 1/4 inch thick or less if flakier cakes are desired. Cut with round biscuit or cookie cutter and fill each round with filling. Roll up and place on cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 15 minutes in 375 degree oven, or until slightly brown. Remove to brown paper and let cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.