Oatmeal Dinner Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, bring water to a boil; add oats and butter.
2. 2
   Cook and stir for 1 minute.
3. 3
   Remove from the heat; cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
5. 5
   Add the oat mixture, sugars, salt and 4 cupsof flour; beat until smooth.
6. 6
   Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
7. 7
   Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
8. 8
   Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top.
9. 9
   Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
10. 10
    Punch down; allow to rest for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Shape into 18 balls.
12. 12
    Place in two greased 9-inch round pans.
13. 13
    Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
14. 14
    Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
15. 15
    Cool on wire racks.