Cinnamon Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Measure warm water into mixing bowl; add yeast.
2. 2
   Stir in remaining ingredients, mixing until smooth (add enough flour to handle easily, mixing with your hands now).
3. 3
   Turn onto lightly floured board and knead until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Round up in greased bowl.
4. 4
   Let rise in warm place until double, about 1 1/2 hours.
5. 5
   Punch down and let rise again until almost double for desired rolls.
6. 6
   Roll dough; put into oblong pan (15 x 9-inch) and spread with 2 teaspoons softened butter; sprinkle with mixture of 1/2 cup sugar and 2 tablespoons cinnamon.
7. 7
   Roll up tightly, beginning at wide side.
8. 8
   Seal well by pinching edges of roll together.
9. 9
   Stretch roll slightly.
10. 10
    Cut roll into 1-inch pieces; place a little apart.
11. 11
    Cover to let rise until doubled, 35 to 40 minutes.
12. 12
    Bake at 350° until golden brown.