Hoagie Rolls - active dry yeast

Method

• In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in 1/2 cup warm water add 1 T. sugar and then let stand about 5 minutes.
• Add remaining water and sugar. Beat in oil, salt and 4 cups flour until smooth. Stir in enough flour to form a soft dough.
• Turn onto a floured board. Knead until smooth and elastic for about 6-8 minutes.
• Place in a greased bowl turning once to grease the top.
• Cover and let rise 45 minutes.
• Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured board, divide into 18 pieces.
• Shape into an oval.
• Place 2 inches apart on a greased baking sheets.
• With scissors cut a 1/4-inch slash across the top of each.
• Cover and let rise 20 minutes.
• Bake at 400° for 13-18 minutes until golden brown.
• Remove to wire racks to cool.