2 pkg. yeast
1/4 c. lukewarm water
1 c. milk
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. grated lemon rind (if desired)
5 c. flour
1 tsp. salt

Soften yeast in lukewarm water. Scald milk. Add sugar, salt and shortening. Cool to lukewarm. Add flour to make thick batter. Mix well. Add softened yeast and eggs. Beat well. Add enough more flour to make a soft dough.

Turn out on lightly floured board and knead until smooth and satiny. Place in a greased bowl. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled (1 1/2 hours). When light, punch down and let rise 10 minutes. Shape into tea rings, rolls or coffee cakes (add filling desired). Let rise 1 hour. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes for cakes, 25 minutes for pan rolls and 20 minutes for individual rolls.