Hamburger Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Place warm water in large warm bowl. Sprinkle in yeast; stir until dissolved.
2. 2
   Add warm milk, sugar, butter, 1 1/2 tablespoons minced onions (if desired), salt, and 2 cups flour; blend well.
3. 3
   Stir in 2 eggs & enough remaining flour to make soft dough.
4. 4
   Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about 4 to 6 minutes.
5. 5
   Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 30 to 45 minutes.
6. 6
   Punch dough down. Remove dough to lightly floured surface; divide into 8 equal pieces.
7. 7
   Form each piece into smooth ball. Place on large greased baking sheet. Flatten balls to 4-inch rounds; cover. Let rise in warm, draft-free place until doubled in size, about 20 to 40 minutes.
8. 8
   Lightly beat remaining egg; brush on rolls. If desired, sprinkle with minced onions or poppy or sesame seed.
9. 9
   Bake at 400oF for 10 to 15 minutes or until done. Remove from baking sheet; let cool on wire rack.