**old-Fashioned Soft and Buttery Yeast Rolls**:
### Ingredients:
– 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for kneading)
– 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
– 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F)
– ¼ cup sugar
– ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 tsp salt
– 1 large egg, room temperature
– 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
### Instructions:
1. **Activate the Yeast:**
– In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk along with 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
2. **Mix the Dough:**
– In a large bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until a soft dough forms.
3. **Knead the Dough:**
– Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. You can also use a stand mixer with a dough hook for this step.
4. **First Rise:**
– Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. **Shape the Rolls:**
– Punch down the dough and divide it into 12-15 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and place them in a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
6. **Second Rise:**
– Cover the rolls with the kitchen towel again and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes, until they’ve puffed up.
7. **Bake:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the rolls for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
8. **Butter Brushing:**
– Immediately after removing the rolls from the oven, brush the tops with melted butter for that extra soft and buttery finish.
Enjoy your soft and buttery homemade yeast rolls!