Quick Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water.
2. 2
   Add sugar to well beaten egg.
3. 3
   Add shortening.
4. 4
   Pour over the mixture 1/2 cup boiling water, stirring thoroughly.
5. 5
   Add the dissolved yeast. Measure the salt with 3 cups of flour.
6. 6
   Mix sufficiently to get on the board and roll to your desired thickness.
7. 7
   Cut with 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter.
8. 8
   Brush tops with melted butter and fold over, not crowding.
9. 9
   Place in warm room and allow to rise 1 to 2 hours. Then place in preheated 400° oven.
10. 10
    Recipe can be doubled and the balance stored in refrigerator.
11. 11
    Can make a tea ring, clover leaf rolls and even a loaf of bread.