Dad'S Potato Rolls

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 (8 ounce) package yeast
  • 1/2 cup instant mashed potatoes
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large bowl mix 1 cup of warm water, 1/2 cup sugar and 1 package of yeast. Set aside to soften.
  3. In another bowl blend 1/2 cup instant potatoes and 1/2 cup warm water.
  4. Add potatoes to the yeast mixture.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup shortening, 2 eggs and 2 cups of flour, beat well.
  6. Cover and set aside for 10 minutes.
  7. Mix in the remaining 3 to 3 1/2 cups of flour.
  8. Knead dough for 5 minutes and place in a well greased bowl.
  9. Cover with a damp towel and let rise.
  10. When dough has doubled in size, knead it down.
  11. Shape as desired, we use about fist sized rolls.
  12. Place on lightly greased cookie sheet and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.

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 10608.5mg 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 112mg 9% DV
Iron 3mg 17% DV

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

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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