Pecan Ring

Scald the milk, then add the butter or margarine, sugar, and salt

Stir until the butter has melted

Let it cool a bit

Soften the yeast in 1/4 cup of warm water

Add this mixture to the flour, egg, and milk, stirring until well combined

Place on a floured surface and knead for 5 minutes

Shape into a ball and place in a greased bowl

Let rise until doubled in size in a protected area

Punch down the dough and shape into a triangle, about 45 cm x 17 cm

Spread the softened butter on top

Sprinkle with chopped pecans and confectioner's sugar

Roll out like a croissant

Place in a baking dish

Shape into a circle with the dough, with the edge facing down

Score lightly and make 6 cuts on the surface

Let rise in a protected area for about 1 hour more or less

Bake in a moderate oven for about 25 minutes, or until golden brown

Dust with confectioner's sugar mixed with 1 tablespoon of water

Sprinkle with additional pecans and garnish with cherries.