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Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. hot water
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 3 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 c. warm water
  • 2 pkg. yeast
  • 6 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg

Method

  • Mix hot water, sugar, salt and shortening together in bowl. Dissolve yeast in warm water (5 minutes).
  • Add 2 cups flour to first mixture and beat until smooth.
  • Add egg and yeast.
  • Beat until well-blended.
  • Stir in remaining flour, one cup at a time. Place dough in greased bowl.
  • Brush top with soft shortening. Cover tightly with aluminum foil or bowl cover.
  • Store in refrigerator until double in bulk or until needed.
  • When ready to use, push down and cut off dough.
  • Shape in any desired fashion and put in pans.
  • Let rise until light and double in bulk (about 2 hours) at room temperature.
  • Bake in a preheated 400° oven for 15 to 20 minutes (until golden brown).
  • Dough may be kept in refrigerator a week.