INGREDIENTS
1 cup
hot water (about 110-115°F)
2 1/4 tsp
active dry yeast (Red Star Yeast is my favorite)
2 tbsp
packed brown sugar
1 tsp
salt
4 tbsp
butter, melted, divided
3 cups
all-purpose flour
1/4 cup
baking soda
1/2 cup
slivered almonds
2 tbsp
granulated sugar