1 pkg. yeast
2 tbsp. water
1/2 c. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
1 c. lukewarm milk
2 eggs, beaten
4 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. shortening, melted

Dissolve yeast in big bowl. Add sugar, salt, milk and egg. Mix well. Add 1/2 flour and beat well. Add melted shortening and remaining flour until blended. Let rise until double. Approximately 2 hours. Punch down and slice in half. Roll each piece in approximately 16 inch circle 1/4 inch thick. Butter top if you want. Cut into triangle pieces. Roll up each piece from wide end to pointed end. Place on buttered cookie sheet. Let rise until double (approximately 2 hours). Bake at 425 degrees or less, 12 to 15 minutes.