Silver Dollar Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Pour boiling water over sugar, shortening and salt in mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Cool to lukewarm and add yeast, softened in 1/4 cup water. Add beaten egg or egg yolks and mix well.
3. 3
   Add about half the flour and beat until smooth.
4. 4
   Add remaining flour and stir to mix thoroughly.
5. 5
   Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, approximately 1 hour.
6. 6
   Stir down and fill greased muffin pans half full.
7. 7
   Cover and let rise until doubled, approximately 1/2 hour. Bake at 375° to 400° for 15 to 20 minutes.
8. 8
   When baked, brush tops with melted butter.