Batter Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Measure water into mixer bowl.
2. 2
   Add yeast, stirring to dissolve.
3. 3
   Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.
4. 4
   Add sugar, salt, shortening, egg and 1 cup flour.
5. 5
   Combine with mixer on low speed, guiding batter into beaters with rubber scraper. Add remaining flour; beat with scraper until smooth.
6. 6
   Spoon into greased muffin cups, filling each a scant 1/2 full.
7. 7
   Let rise in warm place until batter reaches top of muffin cups, 30 to 40 minutes.
8. 8
   Heat oven to 375°.
9. 9
   Bake 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
10. 10
    Serve warm.
11. 11
    Makes 12 buns.