Yeast Rolls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. + 1 tsp. sugar
2 Tbsp. shortening
1 tsp. salt
5 to 6 c. flour
1 pkg. yeast
1 c. boiling water
1 egg, beaten
3/4 c. lukewarm water

Preparation

In a cup, put 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 package yeast and 3/4 cup warm water.
Set aside.
In a bowl, put 2 tablespoons shortening, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 cup sugar, and pour in 1 cup boiling water.
Let cool to lukewarm.
Add yeast mixture and beaten egg. Add enough flour (5 to 6 cups) to make soft dough.
Place in refrigerator until ready to make into rolls.
Let rolls stand 2 hours before baking.
Bake at 350\u00b0 until brown.