Mother's Dinner Rolls

Ingredients

2 pkg. (1/4 oz each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110degrees to 115degrees )
1 cup boiling water
1 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 teas. salt
2 eggs, beaten
7 1/2 to 8 cups all purpose flour

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine boiling water, shortening, sugar, and salt. Allow to stand 3-4 min. or until shortening is melted and sugar is dissolved. Add the yeast mixture and eggs: mix well. Add 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (do NOT knead). Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Turn dough onto a floured surface. Pinch off a piece and form a 2 1/2” ball. Roll into a 5” rope; shape into a knot. Repeat with remaining dough. Place on a greases baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 min. Bake at 350E for 20 - 25 min. or until golden brown.
Yield 2 1/2 doz.

Karen-1996