Ingredients
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/2 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1-1/4 cups warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1/2 cup butter, softened2 large eggs, room temperature1/3 cup sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flourMelted butter, optional
Preparation
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine milk, softened butter, eggs, sugar, salt, yeast mixture and 3 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch down dough. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide in half. Divide and shape each portion into 12 balls. Place rolls in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking pans. Cover with clean kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°.
Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes. If desired, brush tops lightly with melted butter. Cool on wire racks. Serve warm.
