90 Minute Cinnamon Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Place warm water in a warm bowl.
2. 2
   Add yeast.
3. 3
   Stir to dissolve. Add 3 tablespoons sugar and salt.
4. 4
   Stir, then add 1 cup flour, egg (beaten) and 2 tablespoons melted shortening.
5. 5
   Beat batter until creamy.
6. 6
   Gradually add another 1 cup flour; mix and knead 2 minutes by hand using an extra 1/2 cup flour, if needed.
7. 7
   Place on floured board and roll out to 18 x 9-inch rectangle.
8. 8
   Top with melted shortening and 1/3 cup sugar mixed with cinnamon (raisins and nuts are optional).
9. 9
   Roll up from long side.
10. 10
    Cut into 12 pieces.
11. 11
    Place cut side down in a greased 9-inch pan.
12. 12
    Cover with cloth or paper. Place in cold oven on a wire rack with a pan of boiling water 1-inch deep underneath.
13. 13
    Leave 30 minutes.
14. 14
    Uncover rolls.
15. 15
    Remove rack and pan of water.
16. 16
    Turn oven to 375°.
17. 17
    Bake 25 minutes or until done.
18. 18
    Remove from pan and cool on wire rack.
19. 19
    Frost with confectioners sugar frosting.
20. 20
    Makes 1 dozen.
21. 21
    In a round pan, place 8 along outside of pans and 4 in the center.