Refrigerator Rolls

Name: Refrigerator Rolls
Ingredients: 2 packages dry yeast; 1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided; 1 cup lukewarm water (105° to 115°); 1/2 cup shortening; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup boiling water; 2 eggs, beaten; 6 cups all-purpose flour; Melted butter or margarine

9 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

2 packages dry yeast
1/2 cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided
1 cup lukewarm water (105° to 115°)
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup boiling water
2 eggs, beaten
6 cups all-purpose flour
Melted butter or margarine

Directions

1

Dissolve yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar in lukewarm water in a small bowl; set aside.
2

Combine shortening, remaining sugar, salt, and boiling water, stirring until shortening melts. Cool to 105° to 115°. Add yeast mixture and eggs; mix well. Gradually stir in flour to make a soft dough.
3

Place dough in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4

Punch dough down, and divide into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle 12 inches in diameter and 1/4-inchthick on a lightly floured surface; cut each circle into 12 wedges. Roll up each wedge tightly, beginning at wide end.
5

Place rolls on greased baking sheets, point side down; curve into crescent shapes. Brush with melted butter. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 30 minutes or until doubled in bulk. Bake at 400° for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve hot.