Make-Ahead Butterhorns

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   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water.

2. 2

   Add 4 cups flour, milk, shortening, sugar, eggs and salt; beat for 2 minutes or until smooth.

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   Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured board; knead lightly.

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   Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.

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   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 2 to 3 hours.

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   Punch dough down; divide into four equal parts.

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   Roll each into a 9-inch circle; brush with butter.

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   Cut each circle into eight pie-shaped wedges; roll up each wedge from wide edge to tip of dough and pinch to seal. Place rolls, tip down, on baking sheets; freeze.

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   When frozen, place in freezer bags and keep frozen until needed.

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    To bake, place on greased baking sheets; thaw 5 hours or until doubled in size.

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    Bake at 375u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from baking sheets and serve immediately or cool on wire racks.

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    32 rolls.

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