MOTHER'S DINNER ROLLS

Mother's Dinner Rolls image

These tender rolls will melt in your mouth. Mom would set out her big square-footed honey bowl with them - some sweet butter and a drizzle of honey on these rolls is a special treat. -Willa Govoro, St. Clair, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup boiling water
1 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
7-1/2 to 8 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the boiling water, shortening, sugar and salt. Allow to stand 3 to 4 minutes or until shortening is melted and sugar is dissolved. Add the yeast mixture and eggs and mix well. Add 2 cups of flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (do not knead). , Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Turn dough onto a floured surface. Form a 2-1/2-in. ball. Roll into a 5-in. rope; shape into a knot. Repeat with remaining dough. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.