1 pkg. yeast
1/2 c. hot water
1 c. milk
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. plain flour
1 egg

Mix yeast and hot water. Scald 1 cup milk, add sugar, shortening and salt. Cool to lukewarm. Add flour, beat well. Add egg and yeast. Add 1 1/2 cups more flour; mix well, put in greased bowl, turn to grease top. Cover, let rise double; on floured board, punch down and shape into rolls. Cover, let rise double. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes. Makes 2-3 dozen.