Hot Rolls With Cornmeal

Directions

1. 1
   Cook cornmeal, sugar, salt, shortening and milk until thick over medium heat.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
4. 4
   Add to mixture with 2 beaten eggs.
5. 5
   Let mixture rise for 2 hours, covered, in a warm place.
6. 6
   Add flour to form soft dough. Knead well and let rise again for 1 hour, until doubled.
7. 7
   Knead again and roll out about 1/2-inch thick.
8. 8
   Cut with biscuit cutter. Brush with melted butter.
9. 9
   Crease and fold over like Parker House rolls.
10. 10
    Let rise 1 hour.
11. 11
    Bake at 375° for 15 minutes on greased cookie sheet.
12. 12
    Makes 4 dozen.