Rolls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 c. hot water
1 tsp. salt (optional)
6 Tbsp. shortening
1/4 c. sugar
1 pkg. RapidRise yeast
2 Tbsp. warm water
1 egg
3 1/2 to 4 c. sifted flour

Preparation

Combine first 4 ingredients; stir well.
Let shortening dissolve.
Sprinkle yeast in warm water; let stand about 5 to 10 minutes, then add to first mixture.
Put well beaten egg into mixture.
Add mixture to flour; mix well, etc.
Let rise, as desired, and bake at 425\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes or until brown. Makes 2 dozen.