Refrigerator Yeast Rolls

By Addie

Ingredients

• 2 envelopes dry yeast
• 2 cups warm water (about 110ºF to 115ºF)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 6 1/2-7 cups all-purpose flour, divided
• 1/4 cup vegetable shortening
• 1 large egg, beaten

Details

Servings 54
Adapted from keyingredient.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Dissolve yeast in warm water in a large bowl. Stir in granulated sugar and salt. Add 3 cups flour. Beat with an electric mixer set at medium speed for 2 minutes.

2. Add shortening and egg to yeast mixture and beat well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough.

3. Place dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat surface. Chill dough, covered, for 51/2 hours or longer, punching down the dough occasionally.

4. Shape the desired amount of dough into 11/2-inch balls. Store remaining dough in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

5. Arrange dough balls on baking sheets. Let stand until double in size, about 21/2 hours.

6. Preheat the oven to 400ºF.

7. Bake rolls until lightly browned, about 12 to 15 minutes.