Holiday Ornament Dough - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. flour
3/4 c. salt
3/4 tsp. powdered alum
1 1/4 c. water

Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt and alum.
Mix well.
Add water.
Mix well and shape dough into a ball.
Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth.
If dough is too stiff, sprinkle with water; if too moist, add flour.
Work with small portions at a time.
Store excess dough in an airtight container.
Form shapes as desired, using cookie cutter.
Microwave time is from 5 to 10 minutes, depending on microwave strength.