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My only New Year’s resolution this year was to learn to make frybread. Swinomish offered two classes and I signed up for the afternoon class. In Swinomish and among many tribes, you hit elder status at age 55. Besides myself, there were a few other elders in the class. Taught by Samish elder, Rosie James and assisted by her two daughters, Ginger and April James, both Swinomish. Oh my! I am delighted to say I successfully made frybread. Previous attempts over the years resulted in hardened fried biscuits. I learned a few tips to make them softer.

Ingredients

Self-rising flour, 4 cups

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