JAILHOUSE ROLLS 
11 c. flour
9 tbsp. soft shortening
3 pkgs. dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water (110-115 degrees)
1/4 c. sugar
2 c. water (65 degrees)
1/2 c. sugar
12 oz. can evaporated milk
2 tsp. salt

Mix flour and shortening well in large mixing bowl. Stir in yeast, 1/2 cup warm water and 1/4 cup sugar. Mix well to blend. Add remaining water, evaporated milk, remaining sugar and salt. Mix until dough is smooth, about 3 minutes.

Let dough rise 30 minutes (or until doubled in bulk) in a warm place. Punch dough down and let rest 5 minutes. Make dough into desired size and shape rolls. Let rise until double. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes. Makes 4-5 dozen rolls. I find it takes a little more flour. Add until dough is not sticky.

 

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