1 1/2 c. warm water
1 pkg. active dry yeast
2 tbsp. soft shortening
1 tbsp. butter
2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
3 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. dill
1/2 tsp. marjoram
1/4 tsp. white pepper
1/2 tsp. thyme
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1/4 c. sesame seeds, ground

Dissolve yeast in water. Add shortening, salt, sugar, butter and half of the flour. Beat 2 minutes on medium speed with mixer. Scrape sides and add rest of flour. Blend with spoon until mixed.

In food processor, grind sesame seeds until fine. Add to mixture and stir with spoon. Add pepper and herbs (substitute your favorites as desired). Add pressed garlic and mix until smooth. Cover and let rise about 30 minutes. Stir down 25 strokes.

With large spoon drop onto floured board and shape into small dinner rolls with floured hands. Place on baking sheet and let rise 40 minutes. Bake at 375 degrees for about 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes about 15-20 small dinner rolls.