1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast or 2 1/2 teaspoons
1/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 cup warm water
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups all-purpose or bread flour
Dissolve yeast in warm water; set aside.
Cream together margarine and sugar in a large bowl. Add egg and mix well. Add the yeast mixture and flour; stir until well mixed. Spoon into a greased muffin tin and bake at 350*F for 20 minutes.
Makes 12.