Sally's Dinner Rolls Recipe

Directions

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   TIPS: You may use whole wheat flour in place of all-purpose flour.
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   Don't use at least 1 c. all-purpose flour and 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 c. whole wheat flour.
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   You may also brush rolls with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds or possibly fennel or possibly poppy seeds.
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   Combine yeast and hot water in large bowl.
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   Let stand for 5 min.
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   Add in melted shortening, cooled, sugar, salt and nutmeg, if used.
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   Add in lowfat milk and Large eggs and stir till well blended.
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   Gradually add in flour, first 1 c. and then the remaining flour, beating till batter is smooth and satiny.
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   Do not use too much flour, the dough should still be soft.
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    Turn dough out onto lightly floured surface.
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    Knead a few times till dough is easy to handle.
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    Let dough rise for about 30 min.
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    Punch down.
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    Divide dough into 3 parts.
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    Divide each into 6 smaller portions.
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    Shape each portion into a small round ball.
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    Place into muffin tins or possibly paper c.. Let rise, covered, for another 50 to 60 min or possibly till doubled.
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    Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 12 min till golden and light.
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    18 rolls.