2 pkgs dry yeast
2 c. warm water (105° - 115°)
6 T. sugar
4 T. shortening
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 tsp. salt
6 to 7 c. flour
Dissolve yeast in warm water (plus ¼ tsp. sugar) in large mixing bow. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add sugar, shortening, eggs, salt, and half the flour. Beat until smooth. Gradually stir in enough remaining flour to make soft dough (may not take the full 7 cups). Place dough in oiled bowl, turning to grease on top. Cover and let rise in warm place until doubled, about 1 hour, or cover and refrigerate up to 5 days. (If refrigerated, let return to room temp before proceeding.) Punch dough down, turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. Shape into rolls as desired, place on greased baking pan and bake at 400° for 12 minutes. Makes 2-3 dozen rolls.