Sweet Rolls

2 pkg. dry yeast (2 Tbsp.)
1/4 cup warm water
3 eggs, well beaten
4 1/2 cups flour, divided
1 cup warm water
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
2 tsp. salt
1 stick butter, softened
more sugar for sprinkling

Soften yeast in 1/4 cup water. Let stand 10 minutes. Combine eggs, 2 1/2 cups flour, water, shortening, sugar, and salt in large bowl. Add yeast and beat until smooth. Add remaining 2 cups flour. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size. Punch down and divide in half. Roll out into a rectangle, approximately 10x12 inches. Spread 1/2 stick softened butter over the dough. Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons sugar on top of butter. Roll up and cut into 12 pieces. Place in greased 9x13 inch glass pan. Repeat with the other half of the dough. Cover and let rise 30 minutes. Bake at 400 for 10-15 minutes.

Lucy Jesse