Crescent Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Place 1 cup butter, sugar and salt in large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Using a large wooden spoon, mix together until well blended.
3. 3
   Add eggs 1 or 2 at a time, mixing after each addition.
4. 4
   Alternately add flour and water in which the yeast has been dissolved.
5. 5
   Mix after each addition until the dough forms a large ball.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise in a warm (85°) place for 4 hours or until dough has doubled.
7. 7
   Place on a lightly floured surface and knead gently 4 or 5 times.
8. 8
   Divide into 4 parts, knead each gently and roll into 12-inch circles. Using a brush or spatula, cover each circle with butter.
9. 9
   Cut into 12 wedges.
10. 10
    Beginning at wide end, roll up each wedge and place on lightly greased cookie sheets.
11. 11
    Let rise 1 hour in a warm draft free place.
12. 12
    Bake at 400° for 10 minutes until lightly brown.