MAKE AHEAD GOLDEN KNOTS

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Prepare and partially bake these rolls on a day when you have plenty of time. Then freeze them for busy days ahead!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1-1/2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup canola oil
4 teaspoons salt
7-1/2 to 8-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Melted butter

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add 2 teaspoons sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Add the milk, oil, salt, remaining sugar and 4 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Add enough flour to form a stiff dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours. , Punch dough down. Divide into four portions. Cover three pieces with plastic wrap. Shape one portion into 12 balls. To form knots, roll each ball into a 10-in. rope; tie into a knot. Tuck and pinch ends under. Repeat with remaining dough. , Place rolls on greased baking sheets; brush with butter. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 20-30 minutes. , To serve immediately, bake at 375° for 15-18 minutes. To freeze for later use, partially bake at 300° for 15 minutes. Cool and freeze. , To use frozen rolls: Reheat frozen rolls at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.