Prep: 15 min., Stand: 5 min., Chill: 8 hrs., Rise: 2 hrs., Bake: 10 min. per batch
2¼-ounce envelopes active dry yeast
1cupsugardivided
2cupswarm water100° to 110°
1cupbutter or margarinemelted
6largeeggslightly beaten
1½teaspoonssalt
8½ to 9½cupsall-purpose flour
Instructies
Stir together yeast, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 2 cups warm water in a 4-cup liquid measuring cup; let stand 5 minutes.
Stir together yeast mixture, remaining sugar, and butter in a large bowl; stir in eggs and salt.
Gradually stir in enough flour to make a soft dough.
Cover and chill 8 hours.
Divide dough into 4 equal portions.
Turn each portion out onto a lightly floured surface, and roll to a 12-inch circle.
Cut each circle into 12 wedges.
Roll up each wedge, starting at wide end; place on greased baking sheets.
(Rolls may be frozen at this point.
) Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 1½ to 2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
Bake rolls at 400° for 10 minutes or until golden.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Unbaked rolls may be frozen for later use. To thaw, place frozen rolls on ungreased baking sheets. Cover and let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 2 hours or until doubled in bulk. Bake rolls as directed.