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Combine yeast, 1 cup flour, and other dry ingredients.
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Heat water and yogurt to 120 to 130F in a small bowl.
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Combine dry mixture and liquid ingredients in mixing bowl. Beat 2 to 3 minutes on medium speed.
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Stir in enough remaining flour to make a firm dough.
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Knead on floured surface 5 to 7 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Use additional flour if necessary.
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Place dough in lightly oiled bowl and turn to grease top. Cover; let rise until dough almost doubles (about 40 minutes).
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Turn dough onto lightly floured surface; punch down to remove air bubbles.
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Roll or pat into a 14 x 7 inch rectangle.
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Starting with shorter side, roll up tightly, pressing dough into roll with each turn. Pinch edges and ends to seal.
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Place in greased 8 x 4 inch bread pan. Cover; let rise until indentation remains after touching (about 40 minutes).
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Bake in preheated 375F oven for 30 to 35 minutes until golden brown.
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Remove from pan; cool.