Easy Dinner Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Combine yeast and warm water in a large bowl; let stand for 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add melted shortening (cooled), sugar, salt and nutmeg. Add milk and eggs and stir until well blended.
3. 3
   Gradually add flour, first 1 cup and then the remaining flour, beating until batter is smooth and satiny.
4. 4
   Don't use too much flour; the dough should still be soft.
5. 5
   Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface.
6. 6
   Knead a few times until dough is easy to handle.
7. 7
   Let dough rise for about 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Punch down.
9. 9
   Divide dough into 3 parts.
10. 10
    Divide each into 6 smaller portions.
11. 11
    Shape each portion into a small round ball.
12. 12
    Place into muffin tins or paper cups. Let rise, covered, for another 50 to 60 minutes or until doubled. Bake at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes, until golden brown and light.