Rohliky(Crescent Rolls)

Directions

1. 1
   Soften yeast in 1/4 cup water with teaspoon sugar.
2. 2
   Combine hot milk, shortening and salt and cool to lukewarm.
3. 3
   Add 1 cup flour. Add yeast and eggs.
4. 4
   Beat well.
5. 5
   Stir in remaining flour and knead lightly 5 to 8 minutes.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise until double, then divide dough into thirds.
7. 7
   Roll each into 9-inch circle.
8. 8
   Divide circle like pie and roll big end first so point is on outside. Arrange rolls point down on greased cookie sheet.
9. 9
   Curve slightly like a crescent.
10. 10
    Brush with melted butter.
11. 11
    Before baking, beat an egg with a little water and sprinkle poppy seed on them.
12. 12
    Cover and let rise until light.
13. 13
    Bake at 400° for 10 to 12 minutes.
14. 14
    Makes 3 dozen.