Hot Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Let stand five minutes.
3. 3
   Add sugar, shortening, egg, salt and half of the flour; beat at low speed until smooth.
4. 4
   Stir in remaining flour to make a soft dough.
5. 5
   (I find it is best to reserve part of the flour to knead the bread with.) Knead 8 or 10 times.
6. 6
   Place in well-greased bowl.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise until doubled.
8. 8
   Punch dough down on lightly floured surface and knead 4 or 5 times.
9. 9
   Grease hands well and shape in rolls.
10. 10
    Let rise again.
11. 11
    Bake at 400° until golden.