Famous Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1 cup of water.
2. 2
   Sift together flour, salt and sugar.
3. 3
   Cut in shortening.
4. 4
   Mix and pour yeast mixture into flour.
5. 5
   Add beaten egg and mix.
6. 6
   Add enough flour to form a dough, but do not make too stiff.
7. 7
   Roll out rolls; cut into circles with cutter.
8. 8
   Dip each circle into melted butter, coating both sides. Fold over and place in pan, touching.
9. 9
   Let rise 1 1/4 hours.
10. 10
    Bake at 375° for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned.