BATTER ROLLS

Steps:

• Dissolve 1 tsp sugar in warm water in large bowl.
• Sprinkle in yeast. Let stand 10 minutes, then stir well.
• Combine milk, 1/4 cup sugar, shortening and salt in saucepan.
• Heat until lukewarm and shortening is melted. Stir well.
• Add to yeast mixture.
• Add 2 3/4 cups flour and beat vigorously with wooden spoon or electric mixer until smooth.
• Gradually stir in remaining 1 cup flour.
• Batter will be soft.
• Cover with tea towel.
• Let rise in warm place until doubled about 1 hour.
• Stir down dough and let stand 10 minutes.
• Fill greased muffin cups 1/2 full.
• Let rise until doubled 45 minutes.
• Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes or until golden.
• Turn out of pans immediately.
• Serve warm and cool.