Refrigerator Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup water and then add 1 teaspoon sugar. In a 3-quart bowl, add 1/3 cup sugar, shortening, egg, salt and 1 cup warm water.
2. 2
   Beat thoroughly and add dissolved yeast. Gradually beat flour into mixture.
3. 3
   Mix and knead with hands until dough becomes stiff to beat.
4. 4
   Place covered in a warm place and let rise until double in size, about 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
5. 5
   Press down and place in refrigerator.
6. 6
   On the day you wish to bake, roll and shape as many rolls as desired.
7. 7
   Do this in early afternoon and allow rolls to stand in cool place.
8. 8
   Bake in a 400° oven for 20 to 25 minutes.