Jerri's Buttery Rolls - AKA Alicias famous rolls!!

2 pkg dry yeast ( 4 1/2 tsp)

1/2 c warm water

4 1/2 c flour

1/4 c sugar

10 tablespoons butter, melted , cooled and divided ( 1 stick + 2 tbsp)

1 egg

1 c warm milk

1 1/2 tsp salt

 

1. Dissolve yeast in water. Let stand until bubbly (15 minutes)

Stir together 2 c flour, sugar, and salt. Add 6 tbsp butter, egg, yeast mixture, and milk. Beat 5 minutes until blended. Add 2 1/2 c flour. Cover and let batter rise in warm place until doubled (45 minutes)

2. Pour half of remaining butter into 9 x13 pan to coast bottom. Punch down batter and divide into 15 balls. Place in pan to rise. Drizzle with remaining butter. Cover lightly and let rise in warm place until doubled. Bake at 425 degrees for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown.