Potato Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Cook potato in water until tender; drain, mash and measure out 1/2 cup.
2. 2
   In large bowl, combine 2 cups flour and yeast.
3. 3
   In saucepan, heat milk, sugar, shortening and salt until warm (115° to 120°).
4. 4
   Stir constantly until shortening melts; add to preceding along with beaten egg and potato.
5. 5
   Beat 1/2 minute on low; scrape bowl often.
6. 6
   Beat 3 minutes on high.
7. 7
   Then with spoon, stir in enough more flour to make soft dough.
8. 8
   Turn out on floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6 minutes.
9. 9
   Shape ball; return to greased bowl.
10. 10
    Cover; let rise an hour.
11. 11
    Punch down; place on board.
12. 12
    Cover; let rest 10 minutes.
13. 13
    Make into rolls; place in greased pans.
14. 14
    Let rise until double.
15. 15
    Bake in 400° oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
16. 16
    Makes 2 dozen.