Sara'S Cinnamon Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in warm water with 1 teaspoon sugar.
2. 2
   In a large bowl put 3 cups flour; stir in milk, sugar, Crisco, baking powder, salt and egg.
3. 3
   Mix until smooth.
4. 4
   Add yeast mixture and enough flour to make dough easy to handle.
5. 5
   Turn dough onto floured board and knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
6. 6
   Place in a greased bowl and let rise in a warm place, about 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
7. 7
   Divide dough in 3 parts.
8. 8
   Place 1/3 dough on floured board and roll into an oblong shape, approximately 1/2 inch thick.