2 c. milk, scalded
1 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. butter
1 yeast cake
1/4 c. lukewarm water
1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
5 1/2 c. flour, approx.

Dissolve the yeast in the water. Add butter and sugar to the milk. When lukewarm, add salt and dissolved yeast, beaten eggs and 3 cups flour. Beat thoroughly. Let rise until light. Beat again and add enough flour to knead well, about 2 1/2 cups. Let rise. Toss on lightly floured board. Knead and roll to desired thickness. Cut with biscuit cutter. Brush with melted shortening. Place in greased pan 1/2 inch apart. Cover and let rise. Bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes.