Yeast Rolls

1. 1

   Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water.

2. 2

   Add 1 tablespoon sugar taken from the 1/2 cup sugar; set aside.

3. 3

   Place shortening and remaining sugar in a large mixing bowl.

4. 4

   Add 2 cups boiling water. Mix well and cool to lukewarm.

5. 5

   Beat in eggs and yeast.

6. 6

   Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the flour to make a soft dough; gradually add remaining flour.

7. 7

   Cover bowl with plastic wrap and put a plate over the wrap.

8. 8

   Refrigerate 2 hours.

9. 9

   Push down, then refrigerate overnight.

10. 10

    Push down again in the morning.

11. 11

    Roll and cut into fold-over rolls.

12. 12

    Brush with melted butter.

13. 13

    Let rise until double in size.

14. 14

    Bake in hot oven.

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