Ingredients
- 1 pkg. dry yeast
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 6 cups flour
- 1 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup shortening
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 lb. melted butter
Directions
You need 3 separate bowls. Dissolve yeast in small amount of lukewarm water. In another bowl, mix eggs, sugar, salt and 1 cup water. In third bowl, pour boiling water over shortening. Combine all ingredients and add 6 cups flour. Mix well and let rise for 1 hour. Knead until good consistency. Pinch off in small balls and roll in butter. Place in tube pan and let rise for 1 hour. Bake at 325 degrees F for 1 hour. Brush with butter before and after baking.
By Robin from Washington, IA