Cloverleaf Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   In large bowl combine sugar, salt, yeast and 2 cups flour.
2. 2
   In 1-quart saucepan over low heat, heat water, milk and 3 tablespoons butter until very warm (120° to 130°).
3. 3
   With mixer on low speed, gradually beat liquid into dry ingredients just until blended. Increase speed to medium; beat 2 minutes, occasionally scraping sides.
4. 4
   Beat in 1 cup flour to make a thick batter.
5. 5
   Continue beating 2 minutes with a wooden spoon.
6. 6
   Stir in 2 1/2 cups flour to make a soft dough.
7. 7
   Turn dough onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Work in about 1/2 cup of flour while kneading.
9. 9
   Shape dough into a ball; place in greased large bowl, then turn dough over so that the top is greased.
10. 10
    Cover bowl with towel and let rise in warm place away from drafts about 1 hour, until size is doubled.