Mashed Potato Ice Box Rolls

• 2 pkgs. yeast
• 1 1/2 cup warm water
• 3 eggs (beaten)
• 1 cup mashed potatoes
• 1/2 cup soft shortening
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 8 cup flour (approx.)

Directions:

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Combine yeast mixture, eggs, mashed potatoes, shortening, sugar, and salt. Beat with electric mixer until smooth. Add flour to make a soft dough and knead until smooth. Place in greased bowl.. Let rise until double in size. Punch down and put in icebox or make into rolls. Let rise and bake at about 375 degrees for about 20-30 minutes. (This makes good light rolls, cinnamon rolls, or buns.)

By Robin