Miracle rolls

 
                               MIRACLE ROLLS
 
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 Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Rolls                            Breads
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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    3      packages      (1/4 oz. ea.) active dry -- yeast *
      1/2  cup           Warm water (110-115 degrees)
    5      cups          Self-rising flour
      1/4  cup           Sugar
    1      teaspoon      Baking soda
    1      cup           Shortening
    2      cups          Warm buttermilk (110-115 -- degrees)
 
 "I call these rolls Miracle Rolls because they always bake up miraculously
light and airy.  I usually make the dough the night before and refrigerate it. 
Then the next day, I punch it down, shape the rolls and let them rise. They're
best fresh and warm from the oven." - Sidney Stone 
   Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside.  In a large mixing bowl, combine
 flour, sugar and baking soda.
 Cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal.
Stir in yeast mixture and buttermilk; mix well. Turn out onto a lightly floured
surface; knead lightly a few times. Roll to a 1/2" thickness.  Cut with a
2 1/2" biscuit cutter. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Cover and
let rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes. Bake at 400 degrees for 10
minutes or until golden brown. Makes: 4 dozen.
 
  * ÿ2 1/4 tsp. yeast equals 1 packet or cube 
  Note:  Can freeze rolls in freezer bags and thaw as needed.
 
 
 
 
 
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