Created by dienia b on August 9, 2014
Step 1: Proof yeast in lukewarm water and 1 Tablespoon sugar.
Step 2: Scald milk and shortening; add sugar.
Step 3: Cool to lukewarm.
Step 4: Add 2 cups flour to make a batter. Add yeast to mixture. Add eggs; mix.
Step 5: Add remaining flour to make a soft dough, a little at a time; amount of flour will vary some from the 7 cups. Knead lightly.
Step 6: Place in a greased bowl; cover; set in place to rise until double, about 2 hours.
Step 7: Punch down; let rise until double.
Step 8: Form into balls; for kolaches make a dent in center and fill; let rise.
Step 9: Bake in 400 degree Fahrenheit oven until nicely browned, about 15 minutes; no time given, guessing here.