1 pkg. dry yeast
1 c. warm water
2 tbsp. sugar
1 1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. plain all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tbsp. shortening, slightly melted, not hot
Melted butter butter

Dissolve yeast in warm water. Add sugar, salt and 1 1/4 c. flour. Beat well. Add egg and shortening and remaining flour. Add enough additional flour to make dough workable. Let rise till double in size. Roll dough to 3/8-inch thickness. Cut with 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter. Fold in half and place close together in a lightly greased 9 x 13-inch pan. Brush with butter. Let rise till double.

Bake 400°F for about 18 minutes.

Makes approximately 1 1/2 doz. small rolls.