Crescent Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in water.
2. 2
   Stir remaining ingredients, except half of flour, into yeast.
3. 3
   Add rest of flour and mix until smooth. Scrape dough from side of bowl; cover with cloth.
4. 4
   Let rise in warm place until double, about 1 1/2 hours.
5. 5
   Divide in half.
6. 6
   Roll about 1/4-inch thick into a circle.
7. 7
   Spread with soft butter.
8. 8
   Cut into 16 pie shaped pieces.
9. 9
   Beginning at rounded edge, roll up.
10. 10
    Place on pan, point down.
11. 11
    Repeat with other half.
12. 12
    Cover; let rise until double, 1 hour.
13. 13
    Brush with butter.
14. 14
    Bake in 400° oven for 12 to 15 minutes.