Potato Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Soften active dry yeast in warm water.
2. 2
   Combine potatoes, shortening, sugar, salt and hot milk.
3. 3
   Cool to lukewarm.
4. 4
   Add softened yeast and egg.
5. 5
   Stir in 2 cups of the flour; beat well. Stir in remaining flour (or enough to make a soft dough).
6. 6
   Knead on lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic (6 to 8 minutes).
7. 7
   Cover; let double (1 hour) in a warm place.
8. 8
   Punch down.
9. 9
   Shape in a ball, cover and let rise 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Make into rolls and place on a greased cookie sheet.
11. 11
    Let rise 1 hour.
12. 12
    Bake at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes.