Icebox Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Mix hot water, sugar, salt and shortening.
2. 2
   Cool.
3. 3
   Soften yeast in 1/4 cup warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar.
4. 4
   Add to first mixture.
5. 5
   Add beaten eggs.
6. 6
   Stir in 4 cups flour.
7. 7
   Mix until smooth.
8. 8
   Stir in remaining 4 cups flour.
9. 9
   Knead slightly.
10. 10
    Grease top and cover bowl.
11. 11
    Store in icebox.
12. 12
    As needed, make small balls and let rise on an ungreased cookie sheet 2 hours.
13. 13
    Bake at 350° for 15 to 20 minutes.
14. 14
    Stays fresh in icebox for 1 week.
15. 15
    Recipe can be cut in half.