Basic Roll Recipe

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Soft, fluffy homemade rolls with a slightly sweet flavor, perfect for breakfast or dinner. Lightly browned crust and tender interior make them a versatile favorite.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pkg. dry yeast
  • 1/2 c. warm water
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 5 Tbsp. shortening, melted
  • 5 c. flour

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water; add salt and sugar.
  2. Add eggs and beat well.
  3. Melt the shortening in 1/2 cup hot water, then add 1/2 cup cool water.
  4. Once cooled to warm, add the shortening mixture to the yeast mixture.
  5. Stir in the flour, about half at a time, until a soft dough forms.
  6. Knead until of the right consistency, adding only a sprinkle of flour as needed to prevent sticking.
  7. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in bulk.
  8. Shape the dough into rolls and place on a baking sheet.
  9. Let the rolls rise again until doubled in size.
  10. Bake in a hot oven at 400°F (200°C) until lightly browned, about 15 minutes.
  11. Remove from oven and brush with melted butter before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

498 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.3g 23% DV
Total Fat 27.3g 35% DV
Carbs 53.7g 20% DV
Fiber 4.1g 15% DV
Sugar 0.5g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10608mg 100% DV
Potassium 769.8mg 16% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 15.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 109.5mg 8% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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