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I wanted to write this recipe step by step, because some really little tips can make the difference between just OK or excellent rolls!

Also, please note, I do NOT use fancy bread flour in this recipe, All-purpose flour works just fine. For more tips on using regular flour in your bread machine you can read: How to Use Regular Flour in Your Bread Machine

Ingredients

• 1/2 c. warm water (about 100-110 degrees Fahrenheit – if you get it too hot or too cold, the yeast will not work properly. A thermometer is best, but if you don’t have one, make the water only slightly on the hot side of lukewarm, and be sure it is NOT so HOT it is scalding.)
• 2 1/2 tsp. yeast (or 1 pkg is OK-which is 2 1/4 tsp.)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 c. milk
• 3 Tbsp. butter (soft)
• 1 egg
• 5 cups flour
• 1 tsp. salt

Method

Put the yeast, warm water and sugar into your bread machine first. Let it set a few minutes before adding any more ingredients. This should make your yeast foam a bit, which is a good sign that it is working properly. Then add the rest of the ingredients in the order listed. Put the salt in last.

Then put your machine on it’s dough setting, which should last approximately 1 1/2 hours. As your dough mixes, use a spatula or spoon to help the flour get mixed in. After about 10 minutes, your dough should look like the below picture: nice and SMOOTH. If it looks rough and cracked, you may need to add a teaspoon or so of warm water. If it is sticky and runny, you may need to add a bit more flour.

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Once your dough cycle has finished, follow these instructions:

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This recipe makes about 24 rolls.

Also read:

How to Use Regular Flour in Your Bread Machine