Over 50 years, these excellent rolls have never failed me- no matter how I decide to shape them. Once you've tried them, they'll become a mainstay for you, too. There will be no question about what to do with leftover mashed potatoes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in potatoes, sugar, shortening, salt, eggs and 5 cups flour; beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a firm dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. , Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide dough into three portions., For cloverleaf rolls, divide one portion into 48 pieces. Shape each piece into a 3/4-in. ball; place three balls each in greased muffin cups., For four-leaf-clover rolls, divide one portion into 16 pieces. Shape each into a 1-1/2-in. ball; place in greased muffin cups. With scissors, cut each ball into quarters, but not all the way through, leaving dough attached at bottom., For pan rolls, divide one portion into 16 pieces. Shape each piece into a 1-1/2-in. ball. Place in a greased 9-in. square baking pan., Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/4 hours. Bake at 400° for 13-16 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with melted butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Fraz Tanveer
fraz-tanveer4@hotmail.co.ukI wouldn't recommend this recipe to a beginner baker. It's a bit too complicated.
Nsubuga Sam
nsubugasam@gmail.comThese rolls are a lot of work, but they're worth it. They're the best rolls I've ever had.
Cassandra Scott
s@aol.comI had some trouble getting the rolls to rise properly, but they still tasted good.
bye
bye36@yahoo.comThese rolls are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.
Mislin Burgos
b-m63@hotmail.frI wasn't sure how these rolls would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're really good.
Rhonda P
p-r11@hotmail.co.ukThese rolls are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone loves them.
Sk sakiat Vi
sk.s@gmail.comI've made these rolls several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're a family favorite.
Tracy Smith
s-tracy@yahoo.comThe flavor of these rolls is amazing. The combination of butter, sugar, and cinnamon is irresistible.
md pabel Ahmed
a61@hotmail.comI was really impressed with how easy these rolls were to make. Even a beginner baker can make them perfectly.
Dagimawi Kibru
d-kibru47@yahoo.comThese rolls are so soft and fluffy. The perfect addition to any meal.
Mohammed Umer
umer_m@yahoo.comI love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make everything from dinner rolls to cinnamon rolls.
Michael Frank
frankm@aol.comThese rolls were a hit at my last party! Easy to make and delicious.