Hoagie Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in 1/2 cup warm water add 1 T. sugar and then let stand about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Add remaining water and sugar. Beat in oil, salt and 4 cups flour until smooth. Stir in enough flour to form a soft dough.
3. 3
   Turn onto a floured board. Knead until smooth and elastic for about 6-8 minutes.
4. 4
   Place in a greased bowl turning once to grease the top.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise 45 minutes.
6. 6
   Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured board, divide into 18 pieces.
7. 7
   Shape into an oval.
8. 8
   Place 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheets.
9. 9
   With scissors cut a 1/4-inch slash across the top of each.
10. 10
    Cover and let rise 20 minutes.
11. 11
    Bake at 400° for 13-18 minutes until golden brown.
12. 12
    Remove to wire racks to cool.