Rolls - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 pkg. yeast
2 c. lukewarm water
1/2 c. sugar
5 3/4 to 6 c. sifted all-purpose flour
2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
1 egg, beaten

Preparation

Dissolve yeast in 1 cup lukewarm water.
Add sugar, salt and shortening.
Add 2 cups flour and beat well; add beaten egg.
Add alternately with the other cup of water and remaining flour. Cover with damp cloth.
Place in refrigerator overnight.
Punch down and work a little.
Then take off portion needed; make rolls. Cover remaining dough and place back in refrigerator.
Keeps well for several days.
Bake when doubled in size at 425\u00b0 for 12 to 15 minutes until brown.