Pan Amasado
Serves 8
3 ½ cups all purpose flour
1 Teaspoon salt
½ Cup shortening, softened
2 Packages yeast
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
2. In the electric mixer bowl with a dough hook, mix the flour and salt for 15 seconds and scrape the walls of the bowl.
3. Add the softened shortening and knead slowly for on minute.
4. Dissolve the yeast in ¾ cup of warm water (110 F) and add it to the bowl.
5. Knead for another two minutes until the dough is soft and smooth. Adjust the water of flour as neccessary.
6. Allow the dought to rest and rise in a oiled bowl, covered with plastic wrap, for 1 to 3 hours in a warm place (about 85 F) until it doubles in volume.
7. Punch down and knead the dough until soft and smooth.
8. Form small rolls about 3 inches in diameter and ½ inch tall, with a very smooth top surface. Place on a non-stick baking sheet, prick the tops with a fork, and allow to rest for 30 min.
9. Bake the rolls for about 20 min. or until lightly browned.
