1 (1/4-ounce) package active dry yeast or 2 1/2 teaspoons
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups hot water
2 large eggs
6 cups all-purpose or bread flour
In a large mixing bowl combine yeast, sugar and salt. Add butter, then hot water. Add eggs. Mix in 1 cup flour. Continue to add 5 cups of flour, as needed, one cup at a time. Mix well.
Turn onto a floured surface. Knead until smooth. Shape into a ball and turn in a greased bowl. Cover with a damp towel; allow to rise for 15 to 20 minutes.
Shape into buns or rolls. Divide between two 9″ round baking pans. Let rise another 25 minutes until doubled in size.
Bake at 375*F. for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve warm.
Makes 2 dozen.