Christmas Cinnamon Rolls

• Combine 1 pkg of yeast, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 cups lukewarm water and 1 1/2 cup of flour together.
• Cover and raise until bubbly.
• Cream 3/4 cup sugar, 1 1/2 cup shortening, 1 or 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon salt together. Add to the first mixture then add 2 cups of flour.
• Cover and raise until double in size.
• Add enough flour to handle – knead.
• Roll dough out oblong.
• Cover with butter.
• Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. **add nuts and raisins if you like
• Roll, slice and place in a greased pan.
• Raise for a half hour.
• Bake at 425 degrees for about 8 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 pkg yeast
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 cups lukewarm water
• 3 1/2 cup flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 1/2 cup shortening
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt