Ice Box Rolls

Name: Ice Box Rolls
Ingredients: 1 package dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (105° to 115°); 2 cups milk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup lard; 5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt

9 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

1 package dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (105° to 115°)
2 cups milk
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup lard
5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Directions

1

Dissolve yeast in warm water, stirring well. Let stand 5 minutes or until bubbly.
2

Scald milk; add sugar and lard, stirring well. Cool mixture to lukewarm (105° to 115°).
3

Add dissolved yeast to milk mixture; stir well. Add flour, baking powder, soda, and salt.
4

Turn dough out onto a floured surface; knead 8 minutes or until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.
5

Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and knead 3 to 4 times. Return dough to bowl; cover and chill until needed. (Dough may be stored in refrigerator several days.)
6

Divide dough into 48 portions. Roll each piece into a 10- inch rope, and tie into a loose knot, stretching rope gently if needed.
7

Place rolls on greased baking sheets. Cover and repeat rising procedure 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes or until lightly browned.