Country House Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk
2. 2
   Add sugar and salt to milk and then cool to Lukewarm
3. 3
   Dissolve yeast in warm, not hot water; add to lukewarm milk mixture
4. 4
   Add 3 cups flour and stir until smooth
5. 5
   Add eggs and softened margarine or butter; beat until smooth
6. 6
   Gradually add remaining flour mixing well after each addition.
7. 7
   Turn dough out onto lightly floured board
8. 8
   Knead until smooth and elastic, approx 10min
9. 9
   Place in greased bowl.
10. 10
    Cover and let rise in warm place, free from draft, until doubled in bulk.
11. 11
    About 11/2 to 2 hours
12. 12
    Punch down
13. 13
    Let rise again until doubled, about another 35-45min
14. 14
    Punch down and turn out onto board
15. 15
    Cover dough and let rest 15min
16. 16
    Roll dough 1/4in thick.
17. 17
    Cut with biscuit cutter
18. 18
    Cover and let rise in warm place for 15-20 min
19. 19
    Brush with melted margarine or butter
20. 20
    Place close together on greased pan.
21. 21
    Bake 425F 12-15min
22. 22
    Remove from oven and brush with margarine or butter