Play Dough - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. flour
1/2 c. salt
1 1/2 tsp. powdered alum (optional)
1/2 c. boiling water
food coloring
1 1/2 tsp. vegetable oil

Preparation

Mix flour, salt and alum in mixing bowl. Add vegetable oil and boiling water; stir vigorously.
Dough should not stick to side of bowl.
Add food coloring and knead into dough until color is well blended.
Makes 1 cup.