Reviewed: Jun. 17, 2013

These are exactly the kind of butter rolls I was looking for. I will make these regularly now. I'm thinking that one possible reason some people had trouble with these not coming out fluffy is that, unlike most bread recipes, the yeast in this is measured in *table*spoons, not teaspoons.

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bridget

Reviewed: May 1, 2013

Sorry, but this recipe was a disappointment. I have a couple of very fine roll recipes and I have been using them for years, but on a whim, I decided to try this one. First of all, why does it ask you to add cold water to the flour and yeast mixture? Unless you were to place the bowl in a very warm place, the yeast cannot do what it needs to do in 1 hour. But, I followed the instructions. Also, 2 and 1/2 teaspoons of salt is too much for that amount of flour. (in my opinion). After shaping them into rolls and letting them rise for 45 minutes, I baked them as instructed hoping they would rise more once they where put into the oven. They didn't. The texture was course and even though I use bread flour, the color wasn't creamy. I will slice and make croutons of them.

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Thinkrain

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Apr. 24, 2013

This is a great recipe and deserves five stars with the exception of the directions. I, like some of the others, proofed the yeast first, and in warm water with a tablespoon of the recommended sugar first. Other than that, the rolls came out great !! Wonderful job, Maria ! :)

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lilcotterpin

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Swansea, Massachusetts, USA

Living In: Clermont, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 21, 2013

I made these for the first time today, and the whole family loved them! I used the bread machine dough cycle- warmed the water and added yeast and sugar to the pan first, letting it sit a few minutes. Then I added the remaining ingredients, melting the butter (which I used for the shortening). The dough almost rose over the pan, so be cautious of that. The dough itself worked so nicely. I baked them on a cookie sheet- I think they would cook nicely in a 9x13 as well (to make them a little taller, and soft around the bottom half of the roll instead of crusty). I brushed a little butter over the tops of the rolls as soon as they came out of the oven. The result was a nice, soft, tasty dinner roll. Following another reviewer's tip, I baked 1/2 of the rolls today and froze the other 1/2 for another night (thaw 2 to 2-1/2 hours, shape, let rise 45 minutes, bake). We can't wait to eat them again!

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Aunt Brebie

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Feb. 15, 2013

Used butter instead of shortening. Wonderful aroma when baking and equally great tasting.

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m png

Reviewed: Feb. 12, 2013

I made these,but I used bread flour,warm water,and butter instead of shortening..they were fab!

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cmorey

Reviewed: Feb. 11, 2013

I thought these were a little bit bland though any roll warm from the oven is delicious and these were no exception. I prefer my go-to recipe, however, that calls for butter, dry milk, and an egg. And I let my bread machine do the mixing and kneading. Also, regarding instant vs dry active yeast - I use instant for everything (so much less fussing) and adjust the directions accordingly (mix with the dry ingredients) while keeping the total volume of liquid the same.

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Charlu

Reviewed: Jan. 26, 2013

they yummy and light my family loves them

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shirley

Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2012

Tried it for the first time on Christmas Eve. They turned out perfect! Easiest recipe for rolls that I have tried, reminds me of my grandmother's when I was a kid. I would not change a thing.

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ABC

Reviewed: Dec. 9, 2012

These were amazing! I sub'd Earth Balance for the shortening and used organic sugar. They were an incredible addition to our vegan thanksgiving! Also, I let my bread machine handle the kneading/rising process since I was busy making other dishes that day. It worked like a dream!

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