Basic Sweet Dough Recipe

Ingredients:
2 c. flour
1 tbsp. yeast
1 c. milk
1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 tsp. salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 -2 c. flour

Directions:
1. In large mixing bowl, combine 2 c. flour and yeast.
2. Heat milk, sugar, shortening and salt till warm, stirring to melt shortening. Add to dry mixture.
3. Add eggs. Mix well by hand and then stir in 1 1/2 - 2 c. flour, making a moderately stiff dough.
4. Knead on lightly floured surface till smooth, adding more flour if needed. Shape into a ball. Place in a greased bowl, turning once. Let rise till doubled.
5. Punch down, divide in half. Let rest for 10 minutes.

Written With Love By Melly Elizabeth at 2:36 PM