Ingredients

  • 4 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 eggs, slightly beaten
  • 7/8 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. shortening
  • 2 Tbsp. warm water
  • 1 pkg. yeast
  • 1/4 c. melted butter
  • 1 c. ground nuts
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. cinnamon

Method

  • Cut shortening into dry ingredients as for pie dough. Dissolve yeast in 2 tablespoons warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar. Add to warmed milk and add to dry ingredients. Add egg and blend. Let rise until doubled in bulk. Divide into 4 equal parts.
  • Roll each part into 10-inch circle on floured board. Brush with melted butter. Sprinkle with sugar, cinnamon and nut mixture.
  • Cut circle into 16 wedges and roll from wide end to point. Allow to rise for 30 minutes. Bake 15 minutes on ungreased sheet at 350° until light brown.
  • Ice with confectioners icing.
  • Makes 64 rolls.