Khboz bishemar

Ingredients

• 1 T. dry yeast
• 2/3 cup lukewarm water (95°F.)
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 stick (1/4 pound) butter or solid vegetable shortening
• 1/2 tsp. powdered cumin
• 3/4 tsp. crushed hot pepper flakes
• 1 T. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 crushed cloves of garlic