Basic Sweet Roll Dough

1. In large mixer bowl combine 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 pkg. active dry yeast.

2. Heat 1 cup milk, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup shortening, and 1 tsp. salt till warm (115-120) degrees, stirring to melt shortening. Add to dry mixture; add 2 eggs. Beat at low speed with electric mixer for ½ minute, scraping bowl. Beat 3 minutes at high speed.

3. By hand, stir in 1 ½ to 2 cups flour to make a moderately stiff dough.

4. Knead on lightly floured surface til smooth (8 to 10) minutes. Shape into ball. Place in greased bowl, turning once. Cover; let rise til double (45 to 60 minutes).

5. Punch down; divide in half. Cover; let rest 10 minutes.