Dabo Kolo

Ingredients

 * 2 cups wheat flour (all-purpose unbleached, or whole wheat work well)
 * 2 tablespoons berbere spice mix
 * 1 tablespoon sugar
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * ½ cup water
 * 4 tablespoons softened butter

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to 350°F.
 * 2) In a clean mixing bowl, combine and mix dry ingredients (flour, berbere, sugar, and salt).
 * 3) Slowly add the water and mix so as to form a thick paste.
 * 4) Remove the mixture from the bowl and knead it on a lightly-floured surface for a few minutes to form a thick dough.
 * 5) Add the softened butter and knead for an additional five minutes.
 * 6) Let the dough rest in a cool place for ten minutes.
 * 7) Divide the dough into handful-size pieces and roll these into long "pencils" not quite as thick as your small finger.
 * 8) Cut these rolls into pieces (scissors can be used), each piece no longer than the width of your finger.
 * 9) Heat an ungreased skillet over a medium heat.
 * 10) Place enough of the uncooked dabo kolo in the skillet to loosely cover the bottom (they may have to be cooked in batches).
 * 11) Cook over medium heat, stirring periodically, until they are lightly browned on all sides, or arrange on a baking sheet.
 * 12) Bake in a hot oven for twenty to thirty minutes, stirring or shaking the pan a few times to prevent sticking.
 * 13) When done, remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
 * 14) Store in dry air-tight containers.