Homemade Pan Rolls

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup warm water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Mix until blended.
2. Stir in the butter and warm water until the dough forms a ball.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
4. Lightly grease a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
5. Punch down the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
6. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
8. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Interesting Facts

• Rolls can be made with a variety of flours.
• The dough for rolls can be made ahead of time and frozen.
• Rolls can be kept fresh for up to 5 days if stored in an airtight container.