Yeast Dinner Rolls

by Tiffany
from Virtuous Daughters, October 2010~Volume 10, Number 7

• 2 to 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour           
• 3 T. sugar
• 1 pkg. (1/4 oz.)  quick-rise yeast     
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 3/4 c. warm water (120F-130F)       
• 2 T. butter, melted

 
In large bowl, combine 1 1/2 c. flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Add water and butter; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes or till smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form soft dough. Turn onto well-floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic (4-6 minutes). Cover and let rest 10 minutes. Roll out to 3/8 in. thickness; cut with floured 2 1/2 in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Bake at 375 for 11-14 minutes or till lightly browned. Yields 1 dozen