Yeast Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water with 1 teaspoon sugar. Heat 1 1/2 cups water, 1/2 cup sugar, salt and shortening until dissolved; then cool to lukewarm.
2. 2
   In a large mixing bowl beat eggs well.
3. 3
   Add shortening, sugar, salt and water mixture.
4. 4
   Beat well. Add dissolved yeast.
5. 5
   Add about 5 cups flour; mix well.
6. 6
   Then add 2 to 3 cups more or less.
7. 7
   Turn on a floured board and knead.
8. 8
   Return to mixing bowl in which a little oil has been added.
9. 9
   Flip over so top will be moistened with oil.
10. 10
    Let rise to double in size.
11. 11
    Knead again.
12. 12
    Make into rolls.
13. 13
    Let rise again.
14. 14
    Bake in a 400° oven until golden brown.
15. 15
    While hot, brush with butter.
16. 16
    May be reheated in microwave or frozen.