Holiday Nut Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Combine scalded milk, 1 cup sugar, 1 Tbsp salt, and butter, stirring until dissolved.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Crumble yeast in a separate bowl, add water, stirring until dissolved.
4. 4
   Combine yeast and milk mixtures, add beaten egg yolks, stirring well.
5. 5
   Add half the flour gradually, beat for about 10 min or until bubbly.
6. 6
   Add remaining flour, knead until smooth, add flour if dough is sticky.
7. 7
   Place in a greased bowl, turn dough over to grease, cover and let rise until doubled in bulk or for about 2 hours.
8. 8
   Heat milk, nuts, remaining sugar and salt (to taste), until hot, then add egg whites and stir well.
9. 9
   Let cool, then punch dough down, and cut off 3 inch round pieces.
10. 10
    Roll each out onto a floured board to a 12 inch square.
11. 11
    Dot with melted butter, and spread with a portion of the nut mixture.
12. 12
    Roll up, and place on a greased baking sheet.
13. 13
    Let rise until doubled in bulk, then bake at 350 degrees for 45 min to 1 hour.