Cinnamon Rolls

Contributor:  Ann Bridges
CC Original

2 T yeast
1 T sugar
1 cup lukewarm water
1 cup milk
6 T shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp salt
7 cups sifted flour
3 beaten eggs

Dissolve yeast and 1 T sugar in water.  Scald milk, add shortening, sugar and salt; cool to lukewarm.  Add 2 cups flour to make a batter.  Add yeast and eggs, beat well.  Add remaining flour or enough to make soft dough.  Need lightly and place in greased bowl.  Cover, set in warm place, let rise until doubled about 1 hour.

When light, roll out about 3/8" thick.  Spread generously with soft butter.  Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.  Roll dough up, cut and place on greased baking sheets.  Let rise.  Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes.  Spread with icing while warm.

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