Southern Butter Rolls

          

Light yeast rolls.

Original recipe makes 24 rolls

Ingredients

4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup white sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 tablespoons active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups cold water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions

  1. Mix together flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix in shortening. Mix in water.
  2. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead by hand for 20 minutes. Cover dough with oil. Place dough in a bowl, cover, and proof for 1 hour.
  3. Form rolls, and place on a greased baking tray. Proof for 45 minutes.
  4. Bake at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 12 to 14 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 120 kcal
Carbohydrates: 20.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fat: 3 g
Fiber: 0.8 g
Protein: 2.7 g
Sodium: 243 mg