Virginia Clise Dinner Rolls

1. 1

   In a large bowl, stir the yeast into 1 cup warm water to dissolve, then stir in 1/4 cup sugar.

2. 2

   In a separate large bowl, stir the salt into 5 cups warm water to dissolve, then stir in the shortening and the remaining 1/4 cup sugar.

3. 3

   After the yeast foams, stir the salt mixture into the yeast mixture.

4. 4

   Mix in 1/2 of the flour, then add the remaining flour 2 cups at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. 5

   When the dough comes together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and stretchy.

6. 6

   Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in it, and turn the dough to coat with oil.

7. 7

   Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

8. 8

   Shape the dough into about 30 to 40 rounds and place them on lightly greased baking sheets.

9. 9

   Cover the rolls with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in size, about 40 minutes.

10. 10

    Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

11. 11

    Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until browned.

12. 12

    Serve warm.

• Calories 274.21 kcal Moderate
• Protein 5.75 g Moderate
• Carbs 47.69 g Moderate
• Total Fat 5.45 g Moderate
• Saturated Fat 1.58 g Moderate
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
• Sodium 6.3 mg Low Source
• Fiber 1.91 g Low Source
• Sugar 4.02 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 1.49 g Low Source
• Calcium 0.35 mg Low Source
• Iron 2.84 mg Moderate
• Potassium 1.31 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 0.26 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

• Wheat 🌾
• Gluten