Buttery Crescents

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in milk.
2. 2
   Add 4 cups flour, eggs, butter, sugar and salt; beat until smooth.
3. 3
   Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
4. 4
   Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 to 8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
6. 6
   Punch the dough down and divide in thirds.
7. 7
   Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle; cut each circle into 12 wedges.
8. 8
   Roll up wedges from the wide end and place with pointed end down on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
9. 9
   Bake at 400° for 12 to 14 minutes or until golden brown.
10. 10
    Brush with butter if desired.
11. 11
    Yield:
12. 12
    3 dozen.