Potato Rolls

Name: Potato Rolls
Ingredients: 2/3 c. shortening; 2/3 c. sugar; 2 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 c. cooked mashed potatoes; 2 eggs; 2 pkg. yeast; 1 1/2 c. warm water, divided; 6 to 6 1/2 c. flour

8 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

2/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. cooked mashed potatoes
2 eggs
2 pkg. yeast
1 1/2 c. warm water, divided
6 to 6 1/2 c. flour

Directions

1

Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating until fluffy. Add potatoes, salt and eggs.
2

Dissolve yeast into 2/3 cup warm water.
3

Add yeast mixture to creamed mixture.
4

Beat until smooth. Gradually stir in flour to make a soft dough.
5

Knead dough for about 3 minutes and place in a greased bowl.
6

Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 1/2 hours.
7

Punch dough down and knead lightly.
8

Shape into balls and place onto a greased pan.
9

Cover and let rise for about 30 minutes.
10

Bake at 375° for 20 to 25 minutes.
11

Makes about 45 rolls.