Refrigerator Roll Dough

Directions

1. 1
   Combine hot water, sugar, salt and shortening.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Sprinkle yeast over warm water in a large mixing bowl; stir until dissolved.
4. 4
   Stir in lukewarm water mixture.
5. 5
   Add egg and 2 1/2 cups of the flour; beat until smooth.
6. 6
   Stir in remaining flour and beat
7. 7
   1 minute.
8. 8
   Dough will be soft.
9. 9
   Place dough in greased bowl; brush top with soft shortening.
10. 10
    Cover tightly with wax paper or aluminum foil.
11. 11
    Store in refrigerator until doubled in bulk.
12. 12
    (Dough may be kept 1 week in refrigerator at about 40° to 45°.)