Perfected Rolls

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 72 Cuisine: American

Soft, fluffy rolls with a slight sweetness and rich buttery flavor, perfect for breakfast or dinner gatherings, appealing to bread lovers and those craving homemade comfort food.

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Ingredients

  • 3 pkg. active dry yeast
  • 1 c. warm water
  • 1 c. vegetable shortening (Crisco)
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 1 c. sugar

Instructions

  1. Dissolve yeast in 1 cup of warm water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl with a dough hook, beat together shortening, 2 cups water, salt, sugar, and 6 cups of flour until not lumpy.
  3. Add yeast mixture and beat in 3 to 3 1/2 cups of flour.
  4. Mix well.
  5. Cover dough with a damp cloth and let rise for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
  6. Turn out on a floured board and roll about 1/2 inch thick.
  7. Cut or shape the dough as desired.
  8. Optional: Brush melted margarine on the rolls.
  9. Let rise a second time for 1 to 2 hours or until doubled.
  10. Bake at 400°F for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

421 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.2g 26% DV
Total Fat 27.2g 35% DV
Carbs 35.3g 13% DV
Fiber 8.5g 30% DV
Sugar 0.1g

Electrolytes

Sodium 9705.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 329.3mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 14mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 25.8mg 2% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% 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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