3 tbsp. brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. scalded milk
3 tbsp. shortening
1 pkg. dry yeast
1 1/2 c. lukewarm water
5 c. wheat flour

Dissolve yeast in water. Dissolve shortening, sugar and salt in milk; cool to lukewarm. Stir in yeast. Stir in 1/2 c. flour; beat until smooth. Gradually add remaining flour. Knead on floured board until smooth and satiny. Place in buttered bowl, turning. Cover and let rise until doubled. Turn out dough and shape into small balls about 1/2 inch in diameter. Place 2 or 3 in greased muffin cups. Brush with melted butter. Cover and let rise until doubled. Bake 15 minutes at 400 degrees.