Everything monkey bread

Adapted from: All new cookbook for Diabetics & their families.

If you love Everything bagels, I bet you would go Banana's for this recipe.

Serves: 1 loaf (16 slices)

1 pkg. dry yeast
1 c. warm water (105 to 115 degree)
3 c. all purpose flour, divided
1 tsp. Himalayan salt
1 Tbsp. Margarine, Melted
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. fresh parsley
1 tsp. poppy seed
1 tsp. dried onion
1/8 tsp. pepper

Directions:

1. Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large bowl; an allow to stand for about 5 minutes.

2. Blend together 1 1/2 c. flour and salt, adding to the yeast mixture, stirring well. Gradually stir in remaining 1 1/2 c. flour to make dough stiff.

3. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface;cover and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Knead 8 to 10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a bowl coated with non-stick cooking spray, turning to grease top. cover and let rise in a warm place, free from drafts. 1 hour or until dough doubles in size.

4. Combine margarine,garlic, parsley, poppy seeds, dried onions, and pepper. Stirring well. Roll dough into 1 1/2- in size balls, and dip each into the margarine mixture. Layer balls of dough in a 10-in ring mold. ( Following step 3, on keeping away from draft) Bake at 375 for 25 to 30 minutes. Allow to cool in pan for 5 minutes; before serving.