Pocket Book Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Add sugar, salt and 1 1/4 c. flour.
3. 3
   Beat well.
4. 4
   Add egg and shortening and remaining flour. Add enough additional flour to make dough workable.
5. 5
   Let rise till double in size.
6. 6
   Roll dough to 3/8-inch thickness. Cut with 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.
7. 7
   Fold in half and place close together in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch pan.
8. 8
   Brush with butter.
9. 9
   Let rise till double.
10. 10
    Bake 400° for about 18 minutes.
11. 11
    Makes approximately 1 1/2 doz. small rolls.