Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls

1. 1

   In small saucepan, heat water, shortening and 3 tablespoons sugar until very warm (120u00b0 to 130u00b0).

2. 2

   In large bowl blend warm liquid, 2 cups flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, sugar, salt, yeast and eggs at low speed until moistened.

3. 3

   Beat 4 minutes at medium speed.

4. 4

   By hand stir in remaining wheat flour and enough all-purpose flour to form a stiff dough.

5. 5

   Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.

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   Place dough in greased bowl and turn greased side up.

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   Cover and let rise until double, about 60 minutes.

8. 8

   Grease (not oil) pans.

9. 9

   Punch down dough. Pinch off and shape into balls, place in prepared pans.

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    Cover and let rise until double, about 45 to 60 minutes.

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    Bake at 375u00b0 for about 15 to 20 minutes (golden brown).

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    Rolls sound hollow when lightly tapped.

13. 13

    Rub tops with butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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