Ingredients

The following ingredients have 24 Servings
  • 2 packets (or 4 1/2 tsp. quick rise yeast)
  • 1 c. lukewarm water
  • 1 tsp. sugar
  • 1 c. milk
  • 2 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs (well beaten)
  • 1/3 c. butter flavored shortening (melted)
  • 6 1/2 c. sifted flour

Instruction

  • In a small bowl or cup, dissolve yeast and 1 tsp. of sugar; set aside. In small saucepan scald milk (bring to a boil), then add salt & 3/4 c. sugar. Remove from heat and cool to lukewarm.
  • When cooled, whisk in yeast mixture to milk and add beaten eggs. Transfer to the bowl of a stand mixer. Using the dough hook attachment slowly add in 4 c. of flour kneading until smooth. Add cooled melted shortening; mix until fully incorporated. Add remaining flour until dough becomes a smooth elastic consistency.
  • Transfer to clean, lightly greased bowl and let rise until doubled in size. Form rolls in to desired shape. Let rise another 30 minutes. Bake 15-20 minutes at 350.