Instructions

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