2 cup flour
1 cup salt
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tbsp powdered alum
2 cup water
1 tbsp oil
Directions
In 2 qt glass dish, combine dry ingredients. Add water & oil until
well mixed. Microwave high 3-4 minutes, stirring every minute until
thick and lumpy. Cool on flat plate. Knead on floured surface till
smooth. Store in covered jar in refrigerator 1-2 weeks.
From 'Let's Cook Microwave' by Barbara Harris Atlanta
Journal/Constitution Dec 31, 1993
typed by Rodney
Servings: 1 servings
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