Granny Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Beat first 5 ingredients until smooth.
2. 2
   Cover; let stand in a warm place 15 minutes.
3. 3
   Scald milk, then cool to warm.
4. 4
   Add milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 cups flour and 3 tablespoons shortening to yeast mixture.
5. 5
   Beat 2 minutes with a mixer.
6. 6
   Gradually stir in about 3 1/2 cups flour to make a very stiff dough.
7. 7
   Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/2 inch thickness; fold in half.
8. 8
   Roll and fold 4 more times.
9. 9
   Divide in half.
10. 10
    Cover with bowl; let rest 10 minutes.