Rich Hot Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Scald milk, add shortening, sugar and salt.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm. Sprinkle yeast on warm water, stir to dissolve.
3. 3
   Add 1 1/2 cups flour to milk mixture; beat well by hand or electric mixer at low speed for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Beat in yeast and eggs.
5. 5
   Gradually stir in enough remaining flour a little at a time, to make a soft dough that leaves the sides of bowl.
6. 6
   Turn onto lightly floured board; knead until smooth, satiny and no longer sticky (5 to 8 minutes). Place in lightly greased bowl.
7. 7
   Invert to grease top; cover and let rise in warm place until doubled.
8. 8
   Divide in 1/2 and shape as desired.
9. 9
   Brush tops lightly with melted butter.
10. 10
    Let rise until double, 30 to 45 minutes.
11. 11
    Bake at 400° for 12 to 15 minutes. Yields 30 rolls.