PILLOW-SOFT DINNER ROLLS

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My husband, who is the baker in our family, found these on another recipe site & they were great. Soft & delicious.

Provided by Jackie 6

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h25m

Yield 24 rolls, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110 deg to 115 deg F)
2 cups warm milk (110 deg to 115 deg F)
6 tablespoons shortening
2 eggs
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
7 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water.
  • Add the milk, shortening, eggs, sugar, salt & 3 cups flour; beat until smooth.
  • Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
  • Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth & elastic, about 6-8 minutes (dough will be sticky).
  • Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover & let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch dough down.
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 24 pieces. Shape each into a roll.
  • Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Cover & let rises until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Bake at 350 deg F for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks.

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