Ham Bundles

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add the milk, shortening, eggs, sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth.
3. 3
   Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
4. 4
   Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes.
5. 5
   Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in 2 tblspns of the butter until tender.
8. 8
   Add ham and mix well; set aside.
9. 9
   Preheat oven to 350.
10. 10
    Punch the dough down.
11. 11
    Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into thirds.
12. 12
    Roll each portion into a 16x8 inch rectangle.
13. 13
    Cut each rectangle into 8 squares.
14. 14
    Place a tablespoon of the ham/onion mixture in the center of each square.
15. 15
    Add bacon, olives and cheese if using.
16. 16
    Fold up corners to center of dough; seal edges.
17. 17
    Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets.
18. 18
    Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes.
19. 19
    Melt remaining butter and brush over dough.
20. 20
    Bake at 350 for 16-20 minutes or until golden brown and filling is heated through.
21. 21
    Refrigerate leftovers.