Southern Yeast Rolls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 c. sifted flour (self-rising)
1 egg
1/2 yeast cake
1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar
1/4 c. warm water
1/2 c. sweet milk
1 c. shortening

Preparation

Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water.
Add beaten egg and milk together.
In bowl, cut shortening into flour; add liquid to form soft dough.
Knead gently on floured board.
Roll 3/8-inch thick.
Cut with large biscuit cutter.
Brush top with melted butter and fold into pocketbook rolls.
Place rolls in greased pan and cover with towel.
Allow to rise for 2 to 4 hours at room temperature or until double in size.
Bake at 400\u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes.
When done, brush with butter.