Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast cakes in 1/3 cup water to which 1 tablespoon sugar has been added.
2. 2
   Put the shortening in hot milk and allow to cool.
3. 3
   Then add the dissolved yeast and egg (not necessary to beat egg).
4. 4
   Blend in the 2 cups flour and beat well.
5. 5
   Then add the other cup of flour and the salt, blending well, and then allow to stand 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Knead lightly for 3 to 5 minutes on floured board, using as little flour as possible.
7. 7
   Cover with cloth and allow to stand 10 to 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness. Cut with biscuit cutter.
9. 9
   Place in well greased roll pan and brush lightly with melted butter.
10. 10
    Allow to stand until doubled in size. Bake in moderate oven at 425° for 15 minutes.
11. 11
    (Rolls can be served in 1 1/2 hours.)