Easy Cinnamon Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Combine hot water, yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar.
2. 2
   Mix until dissolved; set aside.
3. 3
   Combine 3 1/2 c. hot water, margarine, 1 cup sugar and salt.
4. 4
   Mix until melted.
5. 5
   Cool to lukewarm and add to yeast mixture.
6. 6
   Beat in enough flour to make a thick, but still sticky dough, not stiff enough to knead.
7. 7
   Place in greased bowl, grease top, and let rise until double in size.
8. 8
   Sprinkle flour on counter and roll dough into a rectangle 8 x 42-inches, 1/2-inch thick.
9. 9
   Spread 1/3 cup melted butter over dough.
10. 10
    Mix 2 1/2 cups brown sugar, 1 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon and 3/4 cup chopped nuts (optional) and sprinkle over dough.
11. 11
    Roll up like a jelly roll and cut into 1-inch slices.
12. 12
    Place in 6 (8 or 9-inch) cake pans. Let rise until double again.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned.
14. 14
    Do not overbake.