Basic Dough Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Soften yeast in warm water (110°).
2. 2
   Combine milk, sugar, shortening and salt; cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add 1 1/2 cups of flour; beat well.
4. 4
   Beat in yeast and egg.
5. 5
   Gradually add remaining flour to form soft dough, beating well.
6. 6
   Place in greased bowl, turning once to grease surface.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise until double (1 1/2 to 2 hours).
8. 8
   Turn out on lightly floured surface and shape as desired.