CHEDDAR-SQUASH CLOVERLEAF ROLLS

Cheddar-Squash Cloverleaf Rolls image

My rolls started out as a basic bread recipe, and I adapted it to our tastes. They're perfect with a meal anytime, especially in fall. Although our son-in-law (we have two grown kids) can't stand squash, he loves these! —DeDe Waldmann, Monona, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
4 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed cooked winter squash
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Sesame seeds, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in water. Sprinkle the yeast over the water and stir gently. Let stand until light and foamy. Stir in milk, 3 tablespoons butter, salt, squash and cheese. Add enough flour to form a soft dough. , Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; knead until the dough is no longer sticky, about 5 minutes. Form into a ball and place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Meanwhile, lightly grease 24 muffin cups. Punch down dough. Break off small portions and roll into 1-in. balls. Put 3 balls into each cup. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Brush tops of rolls with remaining butter; sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired. Bake at 375° for 16-18 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 145mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.