winter squash rolls

Bangor, ME
Updated on Jul 26, 2010

These are fabulous. rich golden orange in color, no squash taste and very tender and tasty. I use frozen squash that I have defrosted in the microwave and cooled to room temp.I also use Yeast from a jar and not the small packets

prep time 2 Hr
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups winter squash, cooked and mashed
  • 1 cup scalded milk
  • 2 packages yeast (.25ounce size)
  • 1/2 cup warm water (110 degrees)
  • 6 cups all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 cup shortening

How To Make winter squash rolls

  • Step 1
    preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Step 2
    In small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water
  • Step 3
    In large bowl combine 5 cups of flour, the sugar and salt. stir in the yeast, shortening, squash and milk. Mix well. stir in the remaining flour 1/2 cup at a time beating well after each. when the dough has pulled together turn out on a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and supple, (about 8 minutes) place in a lightly oiled large bowl and turn to coat. cover with damp cloth and let rise in warm place until double (about 1 hour)
  • Step 4
    divide dough into twelve equal pieces and form into rounds place in a lightly greased 13x9 in pan cover with damp cloth and let rise until double in volume (about 30-40 min)
  • Step 5
    Bake at 400 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown

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