AUNT ETHEL'S CINNAMON ROLLS 
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3 tbsp. Crisco
3 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. scalded milk
1/2 c. cold water

In a large bowl combine first 3 ingredients. Add scalded milk and water. Sprinkle 1 package dry active yeast; mix until dissolved. Add 1 egg; beat 1 minute. Add 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; mix. Divide dough in half.

Roll out half (approximately 12-inches in diameter). Spread with 1/2 stick soft butter. Sprinkle 1/2 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Roll up as for jelly roll. Cut 1-inch pieces. Place cut side down in greased (Crisco) muffin pans.

Repeat for second half of dough. Cover; let rise in warm place 1 hour. Bake at 375 degrees until golden brown (approximately 25-30 minutes). Turn upside down on cooling rack. Makes 18 rolls.

 

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