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Make the dough the night before

The night before, warm the milk, butter and molasses together until the butter melts, cool slightly, then add the cold water and 1 egg. Mix the flour, salt and yeast in a large bowl, stir in the liquid to a rough dough, cover with a damp towel and refrigerate overnight.

— No need to knead vigorously — a rough mix works.