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                          A.C.'s Potato Rolls

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Serving Size  : 72   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Creole                           Breads

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1 pk Active dry yeast
   1/2 c  Water, warm (105-115°F)
     1 c  Milk, scalded
     1 c  Potatoes, mashed
   2/3 c  Vegetable shortening
     2 ts Salt
     2    Eggs, well beaten
     8 c  Flour, all-purpose
          Butter, melted

 1. Soften yeast in water.

 2. Place potatoes, sugar, shortening and salt in large bowl; stir in
 scalded milk.

 3. Let cool to lukewarm; add eggs and yeast; mixing well.

 4. Sift about 6 cups flour into mixture; stir until dough is stiff enough
 to knead.

 5. Turn out onto lightly floured surface; knead, gradually adding flour
 until dough doesn't stick to hands and is smooth and elastic.

 6. Shape dough into ball; place in greased bowl; turning dough to bring
 greased surface to top.

 7. Cover with towel; let stand in warm, draft-free place until doubled.

 8. Shape dough into rolls; place in greased muffin cups and let rise until
 double.

 9. Bake in preheated 400°F oven 15 to 20 minutes; cool on racks.

 10. Brush tops with melted butter.

 NOTE: For interesting variations, use mashed sweet potatoes or squash
 instead of regular potatoes.

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