This takes more time and effort than the Quick n Easy method, but makes a uniformly shaped, smooth hamburger bun.

Directions:
1. Prepare a light colored baking sheet by placing parchment paper on it, greasing it, or spraying with nonstick spray. Place 6-8 greased English Muffin Rings on the sheet.
2. Let frozen loaf of Tracey's Treats frozen millet bread dough partially thaw on a surface which has been sprayed with nonstick spray or floured so the dough won't stick to it. Or, use Speed Thaw Method below.
3. Using a sharp knife sprayed with nonstick spray, cut the dough into 6-8 slices (photo 1). The number of pieces the dough is cut into determines the resulting thickness of the bun.
4. Place a piece of dough into each of the English Muffin Rings (photo 2).
5. Grease or flour the bottom of a flat bottomed glass or container which is slightly smaller in diameter than the ring. Or, use nonstick sprayed plastic wrap over it.
6. Press the prepared glass onto the dough, pushing down and twisting in a circular motion. This will spread the dough evenly and make a nice smooth top on the bun (Photos 3 and 4).
7. Cover with a pastry cloth and let buns rise in a warm area, free of drafts, until the dough reaches the top of the rings (Photo 5).
8. Bake hamburger buns in preheated 375° for 20-25 minutes, or until lightly browned.
9. Let cool on rack (Photo 6), then remove rings.
10. Slice horizontally (Photo 7).

Speed Thaw Method
Place frozen loaf of Tracey's Treats frozen millet bread dough on a microwaveable, nonstick surface, such as a piece of plastic wrap sprayed with nonstick spray.
Microwave loaf for 45 seconds, turn over, then microwave for 45 more seconds, or until just thawed enough to get a knife through the loaf with a little effort. Note: microwave times may vary depending on wattage; don't microwave too long or the dough will become too sticky to work with easily and may also start to cook.

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