Yeast Rolls

Directions

1. 1
   Dissolve yeast in 1/4 cup warm water.
2. 2
   Add 1 tablespoon sugar taken from the 1/2 cup sugar; set aside.
3. 3
   Place shortening and remaining sugar in a large mixing bowl.
4. 4
   Add 2 cups boiling water. Mix well and cool to lukewarm.
5. 5
   Beat in eggs and yeast.
6. 6
   Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the flour to make a soft dough; gradually add remaining flour.
7. 7
   Cover bowl with plastic wrap and put a plate over the wrap.
8. 8
   Refrigerate 2 hours.
9. 9
   Push down, then refrigerate overnight.
10. 10
    Push down again in the morning.
11. 11
    Roll and cut into fold-over rolls.
12. 12
    Brush with melted butter.
13. 13
    Let rise until double in size.
14. 14
    Bake in hot oven.