1/4 c. yeast
12 c. general purpose flour
4 c. warm water
3/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
3/4 c. powdered milk
2 1/4 tsp. salt
3 eggs
1/4 lb. butter
4 tbsp. cinnamon
2 c. raisins (optional)
1 1/2 c. brown sugar
1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts (optional)

Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Combine all ingredients except raisins, cinnamon, nuts, butter and brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Add yeast mixture and enough flour for a stiff dough. Mix in a bread mixer or knead by hand. Add raisins while mixing or kneading (optional).

On a floured board, cut dough in 4 equal parts and roll to about 1/2 inch. Brush or spread melted butter over surface. Sprinkle with cinnamon and brown sugar and nuts, if desired.

Roll and cut to about 1 inch. Place on pan and let raise. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 20 minutes. While still hot, spread with creamy cheese frosting. Makes 48 cinnamon rolls.

CREAMY CHEESE FROSTING:

1/2 c. soft butter
2 1/2 c. powdered sugar
4 oz. cream cheese
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Cream cheese and butter should be at room temperature. Combine all ingredients and mix until smooth. Makes enough for 48 cinnamon rolls.