Basic Roll Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Measure 9 cups sifted flour (reserve 1/2 cup for kneading). Soften 2 packages yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.
2. 2
   Combine 1 cup scalded milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon salt, 1/2 cup shortening.
3. 3
   Add 1 cup of water.
4. 4
   Cool to lukewarm.
5. 5
   Add softened yeast.
6. 6
   Blend in 1/2 of flour and beat well for 1 minute (may add crushed seeds of cardamom here).
7. 7
   Add 2 unbeaten eggs and blend thoroughly.
8. 8
   Blend remaining flour in gradually and stir until all of flour is worked in.
9. 9
   Amount will vary from 4 to 4 1/2 cups. Let rise until doubled.
10. 10
    Punch down and form into desired roll shapes.
11. 11
    Let rise until doubled.
12. 12
    Bake 15 to 20 minutes in 400° oven.